Abstract
Primary care physicians frequently encounter patients on biologic therapies, and it is valuable to understand the how biologics are used in dermatology. This article provides a practical and clinically relevant discussion on the dermatologic use of biologic medications, their dermatologic indications, mechanisms of actions, and adverse effects.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1183-1194 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Medical Clinics of North America |
Volume | 99 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 1 2015 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Adalimumab
- Biologics
- Dermatology
- Etanercept
- Infliximab
- IVIG
- Secukinumab
- Ustekinumab
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)