Tuesday, August 29, 2006

Eczema Skin Irritation

There are many causes for the skin to be irritated and to be become inflamed. The skin can resists irritation, but some individuals and especially fair-skinned people, postpartum females, older patients with drier skin, and those with existing dermatitis, have an enhanced sensitivity due to genetics or contact with toxic substances, abrasion, internal metabolic imbalance or endogenous dermatitis. One needs to always identify the cause which will take much time to examine foods & drinks, sun exposure, dehydration, detergents and over washing.

Monday, August 07, 2006

Xolegel Wins FDA Approval For Treatment Of Seborrheic Dermatitis

Barrier Therapeutics' treatment for seborrheic dermatitis has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the company said in a statement.
Xolegel (2% ketoconazole, USP) is a once-daily topical gel to treat the skin condition, characterized by a red, scaly, itchy rash that primarily develops on the face, scalp, hairline, eyebrows and trunk.
Seborrheic dermatitis affects 3 percent to 5 percent of the U.S. population, or about 8.5 million people, the company said. The condition often recurs, requiring additional treatment.