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1Department of Dermatology, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, USA.
Dermatologic Clinics
|May 20, 1998
Summary
Dermatologists can compound topical medications when commercial products are unavailable. This practice ensures patients receive necessary custom-made treatments for skin diseases, maintaining therapeutic options.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
Background:
- Topical drug delivery is essential for treating skin conditions.
- Historically, dermatologists compounded custom topical preparations for patients.
- Commercial manufacturing has largely replaced traditional compounding.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of dermatologists maintaining compounding skills.
- To address the limitations of commercially available topical medications.
- To advocate for the continued practice of extemporaneous compounding.
Main Methods:
- Review of historical and current practices in topical drug preparation.
- Analysis of the role of pharmaceutical companies in supplying topical medications.
- Emphasis on the dermatologist's ability to extemporaneously compound preparations.
Main Results:
- Commercial topical products do not always meet patient needs.
- Dermatologists possess the expertise to compound necessary medications.
- Extemporaneous compounding remains a viable and necessary option.
Conclusions:
- Dermatologists should retain and utilize compounding knowledge.
- Compounding ensures access to essential topical medications.
- Customized topical treatments are crucial for effective dermatological care.
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