| Drug Name: | Dithranol |
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| Drug Class: | Topical antipsoriatic agent |
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| Mechanism of Action: | - Inhibits DNA synthesis and mitosis in keratinocytes
- Reduces inflammation and hyperproliferation of skin cells
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| Use: | - Treatment of psoriasis
- May also be used for other skin conditions such as eczema and vitiligo
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| Side Effects: | - Skin irritation
- Staining of skin and clothing
- Photosensitivity
- Allergic reactions
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| Contraindications: | - Hypersensitivity to dithranol or any of its components
- Acute or pustular psoriasis
- Skin infections
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