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D DERMATOLOGICALS

Most of the drugs in this group are preparations for topical use. Some few preparations for systemic use with clear dermatological applications, e.g. griseofulvin (antimycotic), retinoids (for treatment of acne) and psoralens and retinoids (for treatment of psoriasis) are classified in this group.

Only oral preparations in ATC group D are given DDDs. Most products in this group are for topical use, and no DDDs are assigned because the amount given per day can vary very much according to the intensity and distribution of the disease. Consumption figures for these dermatological preparations can be expressed in grams of preparations regardless of strength.


D03 PREPARATIONS FOR TREATMENT OF WOUNDS AND ULCERS

Topical preparations used in the treatment of wounds and ulcers, e.g. leg ulcers, are classified in this group. Protective ointments are classified in D02A - Emollients and protectives.
See also
D06 - Antibiotic and chemotherapeutics for dermatological use.
D08 - Antiseptics and disinfectants.
D09 - Medicated dressings.


D03A CICATRIZANTS

Topical vitamin preparations etc. are classified in this group if they cannot be classified in other groups.


D03AX Other cicatrizants

Includes e.g. dextranomer powders with or without antiseptics. See also D09A - Medicated dressings.
Medicated dressings containing hyaluronic acid are classified here.
Topical products containing glyceryl trinitrate or isosorbide dinitrate used for treatment of anal fissures are classified in C05AE.
Combinations of Centella asiatica herba and Plectranthus amboinicus herba are classified in D03AX14.


List of abbreviations

Last updated: 2024-01-26