Anti-itching

Many anti itch remedies contain dihydrocortisone... 

SUGANO M (1979) Antidandruff and anti-itching shampoo. J P 7936306 (Chem Abstr, 1979, 87 78764a). 

Non-prescription and herbal products with glucocorticoid activity (e.g., non-prescription anti-itch products with hydrocortisone, herbal products with magnolia bark or those claiming to contain adrenal cortex extracts or other by-products)... 

Topical corticosteroids produce anti-inflammatory, anti-itching, and vasoconstricting effects. A wide variety is available (described in detail in Drug Information 2004 and other references and compendia). Such steroids are classified into five categories that reflect a... 

The use of Thera Wise bioactive natural therapeutic ointment, so-called Miracle oil obtained from Tamanu oil in the South Pacific has been reported.This ointment has been used as a skin healing remedy in the treatment of skin burns, eczema and can be used both for infants and adults. The wide range of the Thera Wise agents include the SHO Natural Skin Healing Ointment which has been reported to be an excellent alternative to corticosteroids, anti-itches and antibacterials, while the HmR Natural Hemorrhoidal Ointment has been reportedly used in the treatment of hemorrhoids and hemorrhoids associated with pregnancy. The Ac-f Natural Acne Ointment has been employed as a gentle, balanced supportive care for the treatment of acne. 

As an isomer of dexamethasone, betamethasone is primarily used locally to treat dermatitis and eczema, and also as an anti-itch agent. Synonyms of this drug are betacor, celestan, supercortene, and others. 

Skin manifestations of accompanying atopic eczema require a parallel local anti-inflammatory therapy, specifically with topic corticoids, anti-itching preparations and various fatty ointments. In the future, tacrolimus and pime-crolimus preparations might play a special role because they are able to substitute the application of corticoids [18]. 

The first useful compounds found by Staub were ethylene diamines (Fig. 18.1). One highly active compound - phenbenzamine - reached the market during the early years of World War II, and may be considered as the archetype of all classic antihistamines. A close analogue of phenbenzamine - in which the phenyl group has been replaced by a 2-pyridyl nucleus, tripelennamine - is still in use today as an anti-itching medicament for skin applications. 

Shugo, M. (1979) Anti-dandruff and anti-itching shampoo. Japanese Patent 79 36306, March 17. 

Products and Uses A chemical in adhesives, cosmetics, hair coloring, antidandruff shampoos, lipstick, and hair care products. Used as an antiseptic, antipruritic (anti-itching agent), preservative,... 

CAS 1463-95-2 EINECS/ELINCS 215-976-5 Synonyms 6-[2-[(5-Bromo-2-pyridyl) amino] vinyl]-1-ethyl-2-picolinium iodide Classification Quaternary ammonium salt Empiricai CisHiyBrNs I Toxicoiogy LD50 (subcut. inj., mice) 369 mg/kg Uses Antistat, antidandruff agent, anti-itch agent in cosmetics, hair and scalp treatment Trade Name Synonyms Takanal [lkeda http //www.ikeda-corp.co.jp] Tri-K Ind. http //www.tri-k. com]... 

Anti-aging cream, blush, bronzer/highlighter, concealer (also may contain A1 nanoparticles), anti-itch cream, diaper cream, eye shadow, foundation, lip bahn, sunscreen/tanning oil Nanosomes (e.g., sodium lactate, calendula, witch hazel, ginseng, urea, vitamins (A, E, BS), ct-bisabolol, germal (II))... 

Very dry skin—atopic skin 0/W or W/O emollient-rich emulsions and with actives rich in moisturizing substances (hyaluronic acid, tri-dimensional matrices with galactomannan), lipid replenishing, alleviators (mimosa, marigold, liquorice) and antipruritic (anti-itch) (Madecassoside, extracted from Centellae... 

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