Dermatologists explain how hypochlorous acid can treat redness and acne, and suggest some more products that use it.

Laura M. Periman, MD, shares her passion for dry eye disease, discussing her discovery of the Alpenglow Sign in Demodex ...

The sticky ointment, a derivative of coal tar, reduces inflammation, draws out infection, kills germs and soothes pain. Sticky and smelly, ichtammol is one of the most versatile items you can have in ...

Laura M. Periman, MD, shares her passion for dry eye disease, discussing her discovery of the Alpenglow Sign in Demodex blepharitis and her insights on research and education for clinicians. Periman ...

Compr Ophthalmol Update. 2005;6(2):85-101. Antimicrobial medications for conjunctivitis are typically given as one drop (or one-half inch of ointment) four times daily for 5-7 days. Ointments have ...

Antibiotics are not good for colds because colds are caused by viruses. Antibiotics treat infections caused by bacteria, not viruses. Sudafed (pseudoephedrine): This medication is available in regular ...

In medical terms, the definition of "prophylaxis" is "preventative treatment against disease." The word comes from the Greek word phylax meaning “to guard.” Prophylactic treatment is used in ...