Refractory and severe AD Flashcards
1
Q
Phototherapy type
A
Broad and narrow band UVB
2
Q
Phototherapy duration
A
2-3 x week for 6-12 weeks
3
Q
Phototherapy limitations
A
Access
Duration
Does not work for hair bearing areas, skin folds.
4
Q
How many patients with AD require systemic Rx ?
A
10%
5
Q
Systemic agents for AD
A
Cyclosporine
Methotrexate
Axathioprine
Mycophenolate
6
Q
Are systemic agents approved for AD?
A
No, they are off label.
7
Q
Biological agents
A
Dupilumab
8
Q
Biological agents, mechanism of action
A
Targets interleukin 4 and 13 pathways.
9
Q
Dupilumab adverse effects
A
Conjunctivitis
Injection site reactions
10
Q
Systemic steroids
A
Avoid whenever possible
