Formulary

Sunscreens and camouflagers HYDROQUINONE: Indications: indicated for the gradual bleaching of hyperpigmented skin such as chloasma, melasma, freckles and other unwanted areas of melanin hyperpigmentation. Contraindications: […]

Shampoos and other preparations for  scalp and hair conditions Dandruff is considered to be a mild form of seborrhoeic dermatitis. Shampoos containing antimicrobial agents may have […]

Vaccines, Antisera & Diagnostic agents   VACCINES & Antisera   BCG VACCINE (intradermal): Indications: Active immunisation against tuberculosis. Read moreDrugs used in rheumatic diseases and goutContraindications: Febrile […]

  Antibacterial preparations Although there are a great many antibacterial drugs presented in topical preparations some are potentially hazardous and frequently their use is not necessary […]

Preparations for warts and calluses Warts (verrucas) are caused by a human papillomavirus, which most frequently affects the hands, feet (plantar warts), and the anogenital region […]

Acne and Rosacea Treatment of acne should be commenced early to prevent scarring. Patients should be counselled that an improvement may not be seen for at […]

Preparations for Psoriasis and Eczema Topical preparations for psoriasis   CALCIPOTRIOL: Indications: plaque psoriasis. Contraindications: should be avoided by those with calcium metabolism disorders, and used […]

Topical Antihistamines and  antipruritics CALAMINE: Indications: For the relief of sunburn, windburn, rough, dry hands, chapped and tender skin and for the relief of skin irritation. […]

Topical Corticosteroids Topical corticosteroids are used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the skin (other than those arising from an infection) in particular eczema, contact […]