STL Volume 16 Number 5

Update on Drugs and Drug News: May 2011
Update on drugs, approval dates, and comments. Belimumab (Benlysta®), Ipilimumab (Yervoy™), Imiquimod 3.75% Cream (Vyloma™) are covered.
Propylene Glycol: An Often Unrecognized Cause of Allergic Contact Dermatitis in Patients Using Topical...
Propylene glycol (PG) is considered to be a ubiquitous formulary ingredient used in many personal care products and pharmaceutical preparations. This review guides clinicians in selecting suitable topical corticosteroids.
Stress as an Influencing Factor in Psoriasis
Emotional stress may influence the development and exacerbation of psoriasis. This article review the evidence for stress and its effects, the challenges in accurate measurements, as well as management strategies.