| abstract |
The present disclosure relates to a medicinal composition and related methods using Lawsone (2-hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone) as a key active ingredient for treating pain associated with chemotherapy-induced palmar plantar erythrodysesthesia (Hand-Foot Syndrome). The medicinal composition may be administered topically as a gel, ointment, cream, lotion, suspension, spray, transdermal patch or liquid alone or in combination with other topical steroids, topical NSAIDS, antiarrhythmics, moisturizers, capsaicin, emollients, herbal remedies and essential or carrier oils. The medicinal composition eliminates the pain and burning sensation experienced with palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia and allows patients to carry on with normal daily activities after a session of chemotherapy. |