Acne vulgaris (acne) is probably the most common dermatological complaint in the U.S. Acne has a range of presentations and manifestations, thus apparently comprising many disease states. Although acne is not an infectious disease, specimens of bacteria such as Propionibacterium acnes, Propionibacterium granulosum, and Staphylococcus epidermidis can be obtained for culture from the eruptions of...

The plant galactolipids monogalactosyldiacylglycerol (MGDG) and digalactosyldiacylglycerol (DGDG) have been linked to the anti-inflammatory and cancer benefits of a green leafy vegetable diet in humans due to their ability to regulate the levels of free radicals like nitric oxide (NO). Here, we show that DGDG contributes to plant NO as well as salicylic acid biosynthesis and is required for the...


 Kelor (Moringa oleifera L.) merupakan tanaman yang termasuk famili moringaceae. Biji kelor mengandung minyak dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai bahan baku pembuatan asam azelat. Asam azelat digunakan anti jerawat di industri farmasi dan kosmetik. diperoleh dari proses oksidasi lemak biji menggunakan oksidator kalium permanganat. dihasilkan berbentuk kristal putih dengan persen konversi 72,17 %. ...

Depigmentation and skin lightening products, which have been in use for ages in Asian countries where skin whiteness is a major esthetic criterion, are now also highly valued by Western populations, who expose themselves excessively to the sun and develop skin spots as a consequence. After discussing the various possible mechanisms of depigmentation, the different molecules that can be used as ...

In this study the influence of azelaic acid (AZA) 20% cream on the sebum excretion rate (SER) of 80 volunteers having mild to moderate acne vulgaris was demonstrated. Absorbent paper and Sebutape were used to collect the sebum and quantification was carried out by direct gravimetric method. It was shown that topical application of AZA creams could reduce the SER and number of acneic lesions...

FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS* 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE 8.5 Geriatric Use 2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION 11 DESCRIPTION 3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS 12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS 12.1 Mechanism of Action 5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS 12.2 Pharmacodynamics 5.1 Skin Reactions 12.3 Pharmacokinetics 5.2 Eye and Mucous Membranes Irritation 13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY 5.3 Flammability ...

Systemic acquired resistance (SAR) is a highly desirable form of resistance that protects against a broad-spectrum of related or unrelated pathogens. SAR involves the generation of multiple signals at the site of primary infection, which arms distal portions against subsequent secondary infections. The last decade has witnessed considerable progress, and a number of chemical signals contributin...

Introduction: Alopecia areata is a common, inflammatory, non-scarring type of hair loss that affects persons both sexes and all age groups, with prevalence in the general population approximately 0.1–0.2%. It characterized by variable clinical presentations, ranging from single or multiple well-circumscribed patches to extensive involvement complete absence body scalp hair. an autoimmune diseas...