Abstract
A randomized double-blind controlled trial was undertaken to study the efficacy of a cow udder ointment versus petroalatum alone. A total of 30 patients participated in the study. Sixteen patients completed the trial with 8 of 9 patients improving in the active group and 6 of 7 patients improving in the placebo group. This difference was not statistically significant. The use of a cow udder ointment for psoriasis cannot be supported, particularly with the potential for side effects.
Publication types
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Clinical Trial
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Randomized Controlled Trial
MeSH terms
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Administration, Topical
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Adult
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Aged
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Boric Acids / administration & dosage*
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Double-Blind Method
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Drug Combinations
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Emollients / administration & dosage*
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Ointments / therapeutic use
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Petrolatum / administration & dosage*
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Psoriasis / drug therapy*
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Starch / administration & dosage
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Treatment Outcome
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Zinc Oxide / administration & dosage*
Substances
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Boric Acids
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Drug Combinations
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Emollients
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Ointments
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Petrolatum
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Starch
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boric acid
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Zinc Oxide