Analysis of over-the-counter products marketed to treat molluscum contagiosum.
Pediatr Dermatol
; 38(5): 1400-1403, 2021 Sep.
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| ID: mdl-34515370
ABSTRACT
Many over-the-counter (OTC) products are marketed to treat molluscum contagiosum, a common childhood viral infection with an estimated point prevalence of 5%-11%. As optimal treatment has not been defined, a comprehensive internet search was performed to identify OTC products marketed for treating molluscum and to collect information on packaging, ingredients, application instructions, and dosing. Nine OTC products were identified and varied widely in cost, packaging size, and ingredients; six of the nine products contained Thuja occidentalis. Overall, the majority of OTC package labels do not include sufficient information about their plant-based ingredients or appropriate dosing.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Molusco Contagioso
Tipo de estudio:
Risk_factors_studies
Límite:
Child
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Pediatr Dermatol
Año:
2021
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos