| Title |
Alternative Systemic Treatments for Vitiligo: A Review
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|---|---|
| Published in |
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, September 2015
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| DOI | 10.1007/s40257-015-0153-5 |
| Pubmed ID | |
| Authors |
Brandon E. Cohen, Nada Elbuluk, Euphemia W. Mu, Seth J. Orlow |
| Abstract |
Vitiligo is a common, acquired disorder of skin pigmentation that can significantly impact quality of life. It often represents a therapeutic challenge, which has resulted in interest in alternative treatments such as herbal and vitamin supplements. In this review, we provide an overview of the most commonly studied complementary agents, describe proposed mechanisms of action, identify potential adverse effects, and discuss the primary evidence supporting their use. Our discussion focuses on L-phenylalanine, Polypodium leucotomos, khellin, Ginkgo biloba, and vitamins and minerals, including vitamins B12, C, and E, folic acid, and zinc used as monotherapy or in combination with other treatments for the management of vitiligo. |
Mendeley readers
The data shown below were compiled from readership statistics for 96 Mendeley readers of this research output. Click here to see the associated Mendeley record.
Geographical breakdown
| Country | Count | As % |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 96 | 100% |
Demographic breakdown
| Readers by professional status | Count | As % |
|---|---|---|
| Student > Master | 13 | 14% |
| Student > Doctoral Student | 11 | 11% |
| Student > Postgraduate | 9 | 9% |
| Researcher | 8 | 8% |
| Student > Bachelor | 7 | 7% |
| Other | 17 | 18% |
| Unknown | 31 | 32% |
| Readers by discipline | Count | As % |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Dentistry | 35 | 36% |
| Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical Science | 7 | 7% |
| Agricultural and Biological Sciences | 5 | 5% |
| Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology | 3 | 3% |
| Nursing and Health Professions | 3 | 3% |
| Other | 7 | 7% |
| Unknown | 36 | 38% |