| abstract |
The present invention provides a therapeutic composition useful for the topical treatment of inflammatory diseases of the nail, such as psoriasis, lichen planus, and atopic dermatitis. Chitosan-based nail formulations are useful for treating nail inflammatory diseases such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and lichen planus. Chitosan is usually in the form of an aminopolysaccharide derivative, such as hydroxypropylchitosan, preferably water soluble. The formulation may be a nail lacquer, spray, cream, ointment, gel, lotion, or foam, and 0.1 to 25% by weight of chitosan, chitosan derivative, or salt thereof relative to the total weight of the formulation. It may have a content of [Selection] Figure 1 |