Anthralin
Back to search| Scientific Name: | Anthralin |
| Brand Name: | Drithocreme, Zithranol, Zithranol-RR |
| Company Owner: | Not Available |
| Mechanism Of Action | Anthralin inhibits the proliferation of keratinocytes (epidermal skin cells) , prevents the action of T-cells, and promotes cell differentiation, likely through mitochondrial dysfunction. In addition, the production of free radicals may contribute to its anti-psoriatic effect |
| Description of the Drug: | Anthralin is an anthracene used to treat stable plaque psoriasis. |
| Protein Data Bank: | Not Available |
Source: DrugBank Online – DrugBank.com. Retrieved 2023-01-23 from https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11157
