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tazarotene and Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid

tazarotene has been researched along with Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid in 1 studies

tazarotene: a topical acetylenic retinoid; a topical kerytolytic
tazarotene : The ethyl ester of tazarotenic acid. A prodrug for tazarotenic acid, it is used for the treatment of psoriasis, acne, and sun-damaged skin.

Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid: A chronic form of cutaneous lupus erythematosus (LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS, CUTANEOUS) in which the skin lesions mimic those of the systemic form but in which systemic signs are rare. It is characterized by the presence of discoid skin plaques showing varying degrees of edema, erythema, scaliness, follicular plugging, and skin atrophy. Lesions are surrounded by an elevated erythematous border. The condition typically involves the face and scalp, but widespread dissemination may occur.

Research

Studies (1)

TimeframeStudies, this research(%)All Research%
pre-19900 (0.00)18.7374
1990's1 (100.00)18.2507
2000's0 (0.00)29.6817
2010's0 (0.00)24.3611
2020's0 (0.00)2.80

Authors

AuthorsStudies
Edwards, KR1
Burke, WA1

Other Studies

1 other study available for tazarotene and Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid

ArticleYear
Treatment of localized discoid lupus erythematosus with tazarotene.
    Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1999, Volume: 41, Issue:6

    Topics: Dermatologic Agents; Female; Humans; Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid; Middle Aged; Nicotinic Acids; Ret

1999