THE USE OF FREE RADICAL SCAVENGERS FOR PROTECTING AND TREATING SKIN AND HAIR DAMAGES CAUSED BY CHEMOTHERAPY

摘要

The present invention relates to the use of one or more free radical scavengers as prophylactically or therapeutically effective substances and microparticles having an average particle size ranging from 5 to 200 µm for the preparation of a topical pharmaceutical composition for the protection or treatment of skin or hair damages caused by chemotherapeutic treatment. The invention also concerns a method for the protection or treatment of skin and hair damages of a mammal caused by chemotherapy. The invention further relates to a kit for the protection or treatment of hair damages caused by chemotherapeutic treatment consisting of a topical composition comprising microparticles together with free radical scavengers and a shampoo for an effective hair cleaning and supporting the hair treatment. A kit for the protection or treatment of skin damages caused by chemotherapy consisting of a topical composition comprising microparticles together with free radical scavengers and a cleansing milk for an effective skin cleaning and supporting the skin treatment is a further object of the present invention.