STL Volume 8 Number 7

This new compound product containing 50µg/gm calcipotriol and 0.5mg/gm betamethasone dipropionate was recently introduced in Canada for the treatment of psoriasis. Clinical trials demonstrated that this compound was more active than either agent used alone.

Blepharoplasty of the upper and/or lower eyelids can restore a youthful appearance to the aging face. This is a minimally invasive procedure that can be accomplished with little bleeding and a small incision.

Focal hyperhidrosis of axillae, palms or soles is a frequent, socially debilitating condition, triggered by various emotional stimuli. There are several treatment options such as local application of metal salts or tap water iontophoresis, which provide temporary relief for patients.