Lecture: Drugs for Dermatological Disorders

Drugs Used for Dermatological Disorders (Acne, Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis): ✨ Overview In this session, we explore the pharmacological management of common dermatological disorders: acne, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis. The lecture highlights the underlying pathophysiology, key therapeutic targets, and the mechanisms of action of commonly prescribed drugs. 🔹 Acne – Retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, antibiotics, hormonal agents, and novel biologics. 🔹 Psoriasis – Topical corticosteroids, vitamin D analogs, methotrexate, cyclosporine, biologics targeting TNF-α and IL pathways. 🔹 Atopic Dermatitis – Emollients, topical corticosteroids, calcineurin inhibitors, JAK inhibitors, and systemic therapies. This lecture provides a clear and practical approach to understanding drug choices, their clinical uses, and adverse effects to help guide therapeutic decisions. Description 00:00:00 Introduction 00:05:32 — Benzoyl Peroxide 00:07:01 — Azelaic Acid 00:08:04 — Salicylic Acid 00:10:16 — Dapsone 00:13:06 — Topical Retinoids & Adapalene 00:20:32 — Isotretinoin 00:25:49 — Antibiotics 00:28:04 — Hormonal Agents 00:30:59 — Spironolactone 00:36:14 — Clascoterone 00:37:20 — Oral Corticosteroids 00:53:57 — Topical Corticosteroids 01:00:40 — Coal Tar 01:06:56 — Methotrexate 01:06:56 — Acitretin 01:06:56 — Cyclosporine 01:17:03 — Calcipotriene 01:18:22 — Tazarotene 01:18:22 — Tacrolimus 01:22:00 — Apremilast 01:35:03 — Pimecrolimus 01:37:59 — Crisaborole 01:40:10 — Dupilumab 01:41:51 — JAK Inhibitors