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Extemporaneous prescribing (1)

P Artemi1, W A Land

  • 1Department of Dermatology, Repatriation General Hospital, Concord, NSW.

The Australasian Journal of Dermatology
|January 1, 1994
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This series reviews the pharmacology of key ingredients in extemporaneous prescriptions, including dithranol, salicylic acid, and coal tar. It offers practical knowledge on their uses, side effects, and formulations for safe and effective clinical application.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatological pharmacology
  • Pharmaceutical sciences

Background:

  • Extemporaneous prescriptions are compounded medications tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Understanding the pharmacology of active ingredients is crucial for safe and effective use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of the pharmacology of key components used in extemporaneous prescriptions.
  • To offer practical guidance on the clinical application of these substances.

Main Methods:

  • Review of important pharmacological agents including dithranol, salicylic acid, coal tar, sulphur, calamine, podophyllin, and menthol.
  • Detailed examination of their mode of action, therapeutic uses, and potential side effects.
  • Inclusion of example formulations and usage advice.

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Main Results:

  • In-depth analysis of dithranol, salicylic acid, and coal tar pharmacology.
  • Concise reviews of sulphur, calamine, podophyllin, and menthol.
  • Practical formulation examples and clinical usage recommendations provided.

Conclusions:

  • The series aims to enhance practitioners' knowledge of extemporaneous prescribing.
  • Focus is on clinically relevant information, avoiding complex chemical theory.
  • Provides a practical resource for compounding and prescribing tailored medications.