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Topical ointments Introduction: An ointment is semi solid topical preparation applied to external application with rubbing effect. It may be a vehicle or media for a drug or it may serve like a protective or emollient. Ointments show plastic flow characteristics. When the ointment is applied it is definite yield value and the resistant to flow drops as the applications to the skin is continued. Body: • Uses : There are two types of ointments: A- Medicated: used to treat different…

GENTAMICIN The drug selected for study is Gentamicin. Gentamicin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic composed of a mixture of related Gentamicin components and fractions and is used to treat many types of bacterial infections, particularly those caused by Gram-negative organisms. Isolation and Preliminary studies 2 demonstrated that it is a mixture of basic, water soluble antibiotic containing the aminocyclitol 2-deoxystreptamine and two additional amino sugars. Chromatographic separation of…

-Diagnosis: According to Sander (2018) the diagnosis of acanthosis nigricans (AN) is typically from the physical examination. However, if the provider is unsure, the provider can obtain a skin biopsy. The results of a skin biopsy indicative of acanthosis nigricans will have findings of hyperkeratosis, epidermal papillomatosis, and mild acanthosis. The dermis may have a small amount of lymphocytes, plasma cells, and neutrophils, but it should not have a large amount of these cells, for it is not…

Is Tea Tree Oil Good for Acne? Tea-Tree-Oil If you’re suffering from acne you have probably tried countless topical pharmaceutical products in the past that have promised to rid you of or at least quell the symptoms of this condition. Unfortunately many of these products carry with them detrimental side-effects that can make your symptoms worse in the long run. The most prescribed topical product is known as benzoyl peroxide, which works primarily as a peeling agent, it increases the rate at…

common skin disorder in the United States [and it] affects 40 to 50 million Americans” (McGurgan, 2012). The given statistic is according to the American Academy of Dermatology. Often times, acne is treated through prescribed antibiotics, drug store topical creams, and natural remedies. Treatment primarily depends on the severity of the acne, this experiment will test the strength of acne remedies on Staphylococcus Albus. Staphylococcus Albus is one of the most common bacterias found within…

This is a 64-year-old male with a 1/31/2012 date of injury. A specific mechanism of injury has not been described. DIAGNOSIS: Cervical spine HNP Left Shoulder Bursitis 12/12/15 Progress Report described that the patient presentd with neck pain 8/10-scale level, left shoulder pain 7/10-scale level and low back pain 6/10-scale level. The exam revealed tenderness to palpation over the cervical spine, lumbar spine and left shoulder. There were spasms noted and decreased ROM over lumbar spine,…

and around 2007 with AC IOL placement. He has also had some difficulties with chronic inflammation in the left eye and has been on topical steroid in the same left eye. The inmate states the right eye is like looking through a "dirty windshield." He says the left eye has some central distortion which has not changed over time. Inmate states he has been on topical. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION Vision with correction is 20/70 both eyes. Applanation 12 and 14. Anterior segment exam in the right eye…

but sometimes you can see it on the face, palms, trunk and genital area. Topical medications have seemed to manage Psoriasis more than any other treatments. By reducing scaling and itching with the corticosteroid, which has an anti-inflammatory agent, it relieves the pains and bothersome symptoms of psoriasis. This strong topical steroid cannot be used for long periods of time due to it can weaken or degenerate the skin. Topical medications control, but do not treat this skin disease. Many…

year-old woman who presented to the pharmacy to pick up her prescription for minocycline 100 mg, take 1 tablet once daily for 60 days. She is diagnosed with moderate rosacea. LI has redness on her cheeks and nose, and also few papules. LI has been using topical metronidazole cream before for a few months but it doesn’t work for her. LI does not have any drug allergies. Her other medical condition is depression. Her current medications include trazodone 100mg (1 tablet twice…

Treatment for the disorder is also a difficult task as every woman responds to each option differently. Some treatment options range from topical estrogen cream, topical steroid cream, topical lidocaine ointment (which is a numbing ointment used on the outer area), oral anti-seizure medication, physical therapy, botox injections, biofeedback and surgery. Women frequently change treatment options as these are generally…