I have read with interest the brief communication entitled “Treatment of alopecia areata by topical diclofenac sodium gel in comparison to benzoyl peroxide. A novel single blind therapeutic clinical trial” by Sharquie et al.1 The author suggested the use of diclofenac gel as an irritant in alopecia areata, which in other words, by causing inflammation of the affected area but diclofenac has an ...

Acrylamide was grafted in low density polyethylene during melt processing in the presence of a free radical initiator using a torque rheometer in a closed system. Effects of processing time, acrylamide and benzoyl peroxide concentrations were studied. FTIR studies revealed that the degree of grafting increased by an increase in acrylamide concentration. Maximum grafting was obtained at 7 mi...

Acne is the most common skin disease, with a relative prevalence of 85%-100% among young individuals. It affects the cosmetic appearance of the patients provoking severe distress. A number of different topical treatments have been used for the treatment of acne. In this study, we investigated the efficacy and safety of the topical treatment with 5% benzoyl peroxide and 3% erythromycin gel in pa...

The effect of water in monomer on the length of the induction period of the polymerization of methyl methacrylate was investigated for varying concentrations of water, catalyst, and inhibitor. For the benzoyl peroxide catalyzed polymerization, the induction period is markedly shortened by small quantities of water in the monomer. It is inversely proportional to the water concentration and direc...

CLINICAL QUESTION What are the most effective treatment(s) for mild, moderate, severe, and hormonally driven acne? RESULTS Mild acne responds favorably to topical treatments such as benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, and a low-dose retinoid. Moderate acne responds well to combination therapy comprising-topical benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, and/or retinoids, as well as oral antibiotics in refr...