摘要 |
Therapeutic compositions for local administration comprise dimethyl sulphoxide (DMSO) and a gelling agent e.g. a cellulose ether, a carboxyvinyl polymer polyvinyl alcohol or a carrageenate. Other active substances may also be incorporated e.g. anti inflammatory steroids such as triamcinolone acetonide, antimicrobial and antifungal agents e.g. amphotericin B, tetracycline, chlorhydroxy quinoline, hydroxy pyridine derivatives and analgesics e.g. methyl salicylate, in addition to a liquid diluent e.g. water or alcohol. |