Comparison of indirubin concentrations in indigo naturalis ointment for psoriasis treatment: a randomized, double‐blind, dosage‐controlled trial
Lin YK, See LC, Huang YH, Chi CC, Hui RCY · British Journal of Dermatology · 2017 December 14
DOI 10.1111/bjd.15894
Objective
To determine the efficacy and safety of different concentrations of indirubin in Lindioil ointment for treating psoriasis.
Conclusions
An amount of 200 μg g−1 of indirubin in Lindioil ointment is the most effective concentration studied so far for treating psoriasis topically, and is safe.
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