Somalian center for Dermatology research institute

Rx Tretinoin, also known as all-trans retinoic acid, is medication used for the treatment of acne and acute promyelocytic leukemia. For acne it is applied to the skin as a cream or ointment. For leukemia it is taken by mouth for up to three months.

Rx for treatment acne Minocycline is a broad-spectrum tetracycline antibiotic, and has a broader spectrum than the other members of the group. It is a bacteriostatic antibiotic, classified as a long-acting type

Rx Clindamycin is an antibiotic useful for the treatment of a number of bacterial infections. This includes middle ear infections, bone or joint infections, pelvic inflammatory disease, strep throat, pneumonia, and endocarditis among others

Rx benzoyl peroxide gel

This medication is used to treat mild to moderate acne. It may be used in combination with other acne treatments. When applied to the skin, benzoyl peroxide works by reducing the amount of acne-causing bacteria and by causing the skin to dry and peel.

Rx Erythromycin Dosage forms: DR CAP: 250 mg; TAB: 250 mg, 500 mg; DR TAB: 250 mg

Erythromycin is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It may also be used to prevent certain bacterial infections. Erythromycin is known as a macrolide antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
Erythromycin can be used for the treatment of pneumonias. It is the drug of choice for a Legionella pneumonia and a good alternative to tetracyclines for chlamydial infections and mycoplasmas. Pneumococcal pneumonias normally also respond well to erythromycin; Haemophilus influenzae, on the other hand, is often resistant.
Erythromycin can be considered as an alternative to penicillin for streptococcal pharyngitis; however, even streptococci are partially resistant nowadays. Erythromycin serves in the prophylaxis and treatment of diphtheria carriers.
Erythromycin is also suitable for the treatment of skin infections (eryspela, impetigo); it is the drug of choice for erythrasma. Erythromycin has a similar effect as tetracyclines against acne; it can be used systemically and topically.
Erythromycin has good efficacy against chlamydial infections in the genito-urinary tract as well as in the eyes (conjunctivitis).

Impetigo is a contagious superficial (stratum corneum) pyogenic infection of the skin. Two main clinical forms are recognized: non-bullous impetigo (or impetigo contagiosa) and bullous impetigo.

Causative agents It is caused by Staphylococcus aureus. The non-bullous form is usually caused by group Aβ streptococcus, in some geographical areas Staphylococcus aureus or by both organisms together.

Topical antibiotics can be used, such as 2% mupirocin, Gentamycine, Fucidic acid can be used but costly.
Systemic treatment: - for impetigo contagiosa, a single dose of benzathin penicillin coupled with local care. Oral amoxacyllin or Ampicillin can also be used.
For Bullous impetigo: - cloxacillin 500 mg po QID for 7 to 10 days. In cases, with an allergy to penicillin, erythromycin can be given.

Rx Amitriptyline 10mg, 25mg, 50mg, 75mg, 100mg, 150mg

This medication is used to treat mental/mood problems such as depression. It may help improve mood and feelings of well-being, relieve anxiety and tension, help you sleep better, and increase your energy level. This medication belongs to a class of medications called tricyclic antidepressants. It works by affecting the balance of certain natural chemicals (neurotransmitters such as serotonin) in the brain.

Rx Promethazine 25mg tabs . phenergan
Promethazine is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Promethazine is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting related to certain conditions (such as before/after surgery, motion sickness). It is also used to treat allergy symptoms such as rash, itching, and runny nose.

bactroban indication

For the treatment of impetigo and other skin and skin structure infections due to susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
if you work dermatology clinics the best For the treatment of impetigo.
bactroban or mupirocin ointment.