Indigo naturales

Indications: - topical treatment of psoriasis Dosage: ointment Pharmacokinetics: - response is slower than with other topical agents used for psoriasis Adverse effects: - pruritus with resolution after a few days - temporarily discolors skin - long-term effects not known Mechanism of action: - unknown

General

dermatologic agent pharmaceutical herb; medicinal herb; herbal supplement; botanical

References

- Lin Y-K et al, Clinical assessment of patients with recalcitrant psoriasis in a randomized, observer-blind, vehicle-controlled trial using indigo naturales. Arch Dermatol 2008, 144:1457 PMID: 19015420