Mechanisms of action of activated pyrithione zinc

Abstract

Activation of zinc pyrithione gives it complementary pharmacodynamic properties — antimicrobial and antifungal effects, which determine its effectiveness in psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. The use of Skin-cap in these diseases is accompanied by the activation of apoptosis of cells of the lower layers of the epidermis and cells-effectors of allergic inflammation. The level of neutrophils and lymphocytes in the skin also decreases. The results of randomized controlled studies indicate a high efficacy of this drug in atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. Due to a wide range of pharmacological activity and clinical experience, Skin-cap is recognized as a safe non-steroid drug for external therapy. This allows recommending it for use in dermatology, pediatrics and allergology.

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N. Е. Kostinska, G. B. Kostinskiy

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  • EP ID EP455039
  • DOI 10.30978/UJDVK2018-4-53
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N. Е. Kostinska, G. B. Kostinskiy (2018). Mechanisms of action of activated pyrithione zinc. Український журнал дерматології, венерології, косметології, 0(4), 53-56. https://europub.co.uk./articles/-A-455039