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Dithranol
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Dithranol (INN) or anthralin (USAN and former BAN) is a hydroxyanthrone, anthracene derivative, and is used in medications applied to the skin of people with psoriasis. It is available as creams, ointment or pastes in 0.1 to 2% strengths (Drithocreme, Dithrocream, Zithranol-RR, Micanol, Psorlin, Dritho-Scalp, Anthraforte, Anthranol and Anthrascalp). The terms dithranol and anthralin are sometimes used synonymously.
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AHFS/Drugs.com | Micromedex Detailed Consumer Information |
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Routes of administration | topical |
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Bioavailability | 0%, trace amounts metabolites |
Protein binding | 0% |
Metabolism | absorbed and oxidised within the skin |
Elimination half-life | n/a |
Excretion | n/a |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.013.216 ![]() |
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Formula | C14H10O3 |
Molar mass | 226.231 g·mol−1 |
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Melting point | 178 °C (352 °F) |
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