Dermatology

Bimekizumab is a novel treatment for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis that has shown promising efficacy and safety in clinical trials. By simultaneously targeting two components of the IL-17 pathway, IL-17A and IL-17F, the biologic can downregulate proinflammatory signaling and rapidly improve patients’ skin.

Novel therapeutics are currently being explored for the treatment of Prurigo Nodularis. Nemolizumab and dupilumab both demonstrate promise in inhibiting specific central nervous system pathways responsible for transmission of the pruritic sensation.

The update covers: Axatilimab IV injection - SNDX-6352 (Syndax Pharmaceuticals), Binimetinib tablets + encorafenib capsules - Mektovi® + Braftovi® (Pfizer Canada), Encapsulated cell therapy for Fabry disease - SIG-007 (Sigilon Therapeutics) and Oritavancin IV injection - Kimyrsa™ (Melinta Therapeutics).

Certolizumab Pegol appears to offer a safe and effective psoriasis treatment for patients who are considering pregnancy, pregnant, or lactating based on its pharmacokinetics and available safety data.

HPV vaccines (Gardasil and Cervarix) may indeed have a therapeutic role in patients who suffer from dermatologic conditions that are associated with various strains of HPV.

This index covers all new skin treatments introduced in Skin Therapy Letter Dermatology Edition articles in 2020.

The update covers: Cemiplimab-rwlc for IV injection - Libtayo® (Regeneron/Sanofi), HA-based dermal filler - Restylane® Defyne™ (Galderma), Tirbanibulin ointment 1% - Klisyri® (Almirall/Athenex), Anakinra for SC use - Kineret® (Swedish Orphan Biovitrum Sobi™), Immune modulatory vaccines for melanoma - IO102 and IO103 (IO Biotech).

Crisaborole provides a novel and safe treatment option for mild-to-moderate AD.

Early clinical trial data indicate the increasing effectiveness and safety of efinaconazole 10% solution use beyond 12 months; application for up to 24 months appears to remain safe even for elderly patients.

This index covers all new skin treatments introduced in Skin Therapy Letter Dermatology Edition articles in 2020.

The latest drug & device update covers: Orladeyo™ (BioCryst Pharmaceuticals), KPL-716 (Kiniksa Pharmaceuticals), Sklice® (Arbor Pharmaceuticals) and Picato® (Leo Pharma)

While the association between psoriasis and various comorbidities is well documented in adults, questions remain as to whether the same relationships exist in the pediatric population.

Oral nicotinamide is an affordable over-the-counter supplement with demonstrated benefit in the treatment of a range of skin conditions, most notably AK and NMSC.

This update covers: Gene therapy for DEB (AGLE-102), Golimumab for IV use (Simponi® Aria™), Clascoterone 1% cream (Winlevi®), Triplet melanoma therapy (Tecentriq® + Cotellic® and Zelboraf®), Ustekinumab for SC use (Stelara®), Calcipotriene + betamethasone dipropionate cream (Wynzora®), Abametapir 0.74% lotion (Xeglyze™), Sonidegib capsules (Odomzo®) and Halobetasol propionate + tazarotene lotion (Duobrii™).

Janus kinase inhibitors, also known as JAK inhibitors or jakinibs, represent a new class of medication that have broad potential to treat dermatologic disease.

Dermatosis papulosa nigra is a benign skin lesion found most frequently on the face of patients with skin of color. This article compares treatment modalities for DPN.

This update covers: Guselkumab SC use (Tremfya®), Adalimumab-fkjp SC use (Hulio®), Collagenase clostridium histolyticum-aaes SC use (Qwo™), Protein replacement therapy for XLHED (ER-004), Pembrolizumab IV use (Keytruda®), Minocycline 1.5% foam (Zilxi™), Microbiome-based non-aqueous ointment (ATR-12), Dupilumab SC use (Dupixent®) and Selumetinib capsules (Koselugo™)

The addition of biologics that target IL-23p19 (Risankizumab) to our therapeutic armamentarium has succeeded in improving outcomes in patients with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.

Small-vessel vasculitides (SVV) are a group of disorders that occur due to primarily systemic inflammation or as sequelae of an infection, malignancy, or other rheumatic disease.

Update on Selumetinib capsules (Koselugo®), Crisaborole 2% ointment (Eucrisa®), Infliximab biosimilar for IV injection (Avsola™) and Baricitinib tablets (Olumiant®)

The discussed cases reflect the panels’ real-world clinical experience with crisaborole for the treatment of patients with AD and the off-label treatment of irritant dermatitis.

In two large randomized vehicle-controlled 12-week trials and in a 52-week open label study of moderate-to-severe acne at the face and trunk in subjects aged 9 years and older, trifarotene 50 μg/g cream demonstrated efficacy, safety, and cutaneous tolerability.

A number of research studies have documented the link between diet and skin aging. These results may be used to develop dietary recommendations that combat the forces of oxidation, inflammation, and glycation.

A variety of new skin treatments introduced in 2019.

This update covers Tazemetostat tablets/Tazverik™ (Epizyme, Inc.), Tazarotene lotion 0.045%/Arazlo™ (Ortho Dermatologics, Bausch Health) and Rituximab biosimilar for IV injection/ABP 798 (Amgen, Allergan).

Given our current options for the treatment of Seborrheic Keratoses include only more invasive, non-topical therapies, Hydrogen Peroxide Topical Solution (40%) fills a void in our therapeutic repertoire as the first FDA-approved topical therapy for SKs.

Ichthyosis management requires a multimodal approach, including topical and oral agents in addition to lifestyle modifications.

This update covers Lebrikizumab SC injection (Dermira), Infliximab-axxq for IV injection (Avsola™, Amgen), Trifarotene cream 50 mcg/g (Aklief®, Galderma), Adalimumab-afzb for SC injection (Abrilada™, Pfizer), Lidocaine + tetracaine (7%/7%) local anesthetic cream (Pliaglis®, Crescita Therapeutics), Maralixibat oral solution (Mirum Pharmaceuticals), Cetirizine hydrochloride for IV injection (Quzyttir™, TerSera Therapeutics) and Minocycline foam 4% (Amzeeq™, Foamix)

Index of STL articles for Volume 24 (2019). Articles are indexed by drug names, trade names and disease terms. Use the main navigation (A, B, C..) to navigate through this index and use the reference links (i.e. 4:5-9) to see the sources.

Tildrakizumab is a promising therapeutic option for patients with moderate-to-severe chronic plaque psoriasis. The specificity of the drug in targeting the p19 subunit of IL-23 allows for the high efficacy and safety of long-term treatment as demonstrated in clinical trials.

Methotrexate has been an important agent in the management of dermatologic conditions for decades. Although first indicated for the treatment of psoriasis, MTX has been shown to be a successful treatment option for a wide array of skin diseases.

The latest drug & device update covers: Trifarotene 0.005% cream (Aklief®, Galderma), Afamelanotide implant (Scenesse®, Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals), Rituximab for IV use (Rituxan®, Genentech), Jynneos™ (Bavarian Nordic), Aczone® (Almirall) and Juvéderm Voluma® XC (Allergan)

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is an autologous serum containing high concentrations of platelets and growth factors. PRP continues to evolve as an important treatment modality with many applications in dermatology, particularly in the areas of hair restoration, skin rejuvenation, acne scars, dermal augmentation, and striae distensae.

Dermatology supplements, often marketed as “skin, hair, and nail” supplements, are becoming increasingly popular. However, many consumers lack an understanding of the science of dietary supplements or the specifics of the supplement industry.

The latest drug & device update covers: Adalimumab-bwwd for SC injection (Hadlima™), Apremilast tablets (Otezla®), Calcipotriene + betamethasone dipropionate (Enstilar® foam Taclonex® topical suspension), Bempegaldesleukin + nivolumab for IV use (NKTR-214 + Opdivo®), Dupilumab for SC injection (Dupixent®), Magnetic muscle stimulation for body contouring (CoolTone™), Laser device for body contouring (eon™ FR).

There is no clear evidence that monoclonal antibodies influence neurological function and modulate behavior in humans. More research in this area is necessary in order to begin to understand the potential effects of..

Shingrix®, a new recombinant subunit vaccine, has shown a great deal of promise in the prevention of HZ in adults over the age of 50. The combination of zoster viral glycoprotein E and the AS01B adjuvant system make it a safe, efficacious option for the elderly as well as immunosuppressed individuals.

Latest drug update covers Belimumab for IV use (Benlysta, GSK), Etanercept-ykro (Eticovo®, Samsung Bioepis), Halobetasol propionate 0.01% + tazarotene 0.045% lotion (Duobrii™, Bausch Health), Protein replacement therapy for SC injection (PTR-01, Phoenix Tissue Repair), Risankizumab for SC injection (Skyrizi™, AbbVie), Ruxolitinib tablets (Jakafi®, Incyte Corporatio), and Oral MEK inhibitor (PD-0325901, SpringWorks Therapeutics).

This review examines the clinical trials of topical diacerein and its role in Epidermolysis Bullosa Simplex. Diacerein cream was recently US FDA-approved in May 2018 for treatment of patients with EBS.

Vitiligo is a psychosocially debilitating disease requiring a multidisciplinary approach to treatment. Patients should be made aware of all of the options available geared at repigmentation and depigmentation prior to formulating a treatment plan.