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disorders of the skin (from Abrams' Clinical Drug
Therapy NEWEST UPDATE FOR 2024 FOR FINAL EXAM
TRUSTED SOURCE
major factors that increase systemic absorption of
topical medications include... - CORRECT ANSWER--
damaged or inflamed skin
-high concentrations of the drug
-application of drug to face and mucous membranes,
large areas of the body, or for prolonged periods.


antimicrobials are used to treat? - CORRECT ANSWER-
infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses.


topical antimicrobials are used to treat acne and skin
infections.
-Tetracyclines are used for ance and rosacea.


systemic antimicrobials are used for soft tissue
infections such as cellulitis and postoperative wound
infections.

,-fluoroquinolones (e.g. ciprofloxacin) may be used to
treat soft tissue infections caused by gram-negative
organisms.


antiseptics are used to? - CORRECT ANSWER-kill or
inhibit growth of bacteria, fungi, or viruses.
they are used primarily to prevent infection.


Corticosteroids are used to treat? - CORRECT ANSWER-
inflammation present in many dermatologic conditions.


most often applied topically, but can be given orally or
parentrally.


emollients and moisturizers are? - CORRECT ANSWER-
lubricants used to relieve dry skin and pruritus.


enzymes are used to? - CORRECT ANSWER-debride burn
wounds, pressure ulcers, and venous
stasis ulcers.

, they promote healing by removing necrotic tissue.


immunosuppressants are used to treat? - CORRECT
ANSWER-inflammatory skin disorders


two topical agents, tacrolimus (Protopic) ointment, and
pimecrolimus (Elidel) cream are used for moderate to
severe atopic dermatitis. However, these drugs have
BLACK BOX WARNINGS because they may cause an
increased rick for skin cancer and lymphoma.


several systemic drugs, including alefacept (Amevive),
etanercept (Enbrel), and infliximab (Remicade), are used
to treat severe psoriasis. However, these drugs also
have a BLACK BOX WARNING because they have an
increased risk of infection, and their long term effects
are unknown

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