Investigational nonsteroidal topical cream (PAC-14028) may be effective for treating a common inflammatory skin disease called atopic dermatitis, reveals a new study.

‘Atopic dermatitis, a common inflammatory skin disease is typically treated with topical anti-inflammatory agents. A new study suggests that an investigational nonsteroidal topical cream (PAC-14028) may be effective for treating patients with inflammatory skin disease.’
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The trial involved a cream that blocks the transient receptor potential vanilloid subfamily, member 1, an ion channel involved in the perception of pain. This channel also contributes to inflammation and itchy skin in patients with atopic dermatitis.Read More..





In the 8-week, randomized, double-blind, multicentre, study that enrolled 194 adults with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis, the cream improved clinical symptoms and signs with a favorable safety profile.
According to the authors, a phase III clinical trial is underway to test if the topical medicine is safe and effective in teens and adults.
Source-Eurekalert