Pentoxifylline and its applications in dermatology.
Pentoxifylline is a methyl-xanthine derivative with many anti inflammatory effects. Pentoxifylline has been found to be effective for many dermatological as well as non-dermatological conditions. It has been used both as primary drug as well as adjuvant and is a safe and relatively cost-effective alternative drug. In this article, we review the literature and highlight various important aspects of pentoxifylline.
Department of Dermatology, STD and Leprosy, Government Medical College Srinagar, University of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Iffat
I
Hassan
Department of Dermatology, STD and Leprosy, Government Medical College Srinagar, University of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Konchok
K
Dorjay
Department of Dermatology, STD and Leprosy, Government Medical College Srinagar, University of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Parvaiz
P
Anwar
Cost effective; methyl xanthine; pentoxifylline; safe