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Formulation And Evaluation of a Charcoal-Based Cream for Psoriasis Management

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: To investigate the efficacy of a charcoal-based cream in managing psoriasis symptoms and improving skin health through topical application. Activated charcoal and other excipients were used to prepare various cream formulations, which were evaluated for pH, spreadability, viscosity, washability, and antimicrobial activity using standard pharmaceutical techniques. Five trial formulations were developed and evaluated, with formulation F5 demonstrating optimal physical, chemical, and antimicrobial properties. Antimicrobial testing showed significant inhibition against Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans. The optimized charcoal-based cream shows promise as an effective topical therapy for psoriasis management.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15349214

Author: Bhavana Daund*, Swati Desale, Yogesh Sonawane, Vinod Bairagi

Language: English

Topic: Psoriasis: Treatment and Pathogenesis

Subfield: Immunology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6912066932

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