Question

Topical application of dimethyl fumarate topical application

Answer 1

Explanation:

Dimethyl fumarate is used to treat psoriasis in an oral formulation mixed with related compounds as well as in pure oral formulations. It is also used in oral formulations to treat adults with relapsing multiple sclerosis.

Answer 2

Dimethyl Fumarate

Step by step explanation:

1) Dimethyl fumarate belongs to a class of drugs called the nrf2 activators. The predominant mechanism of action is to decrease inflammation and prevent nerve damage.

This coherently prevents the symptoms of multiple sclerosis.

2) The topical use of the drug comes into use for treatment of psoriasis, i.e. a type of skin disease, where red scaly patches develop in the body.

3) The prominent side-effects include: nausea, itching and redness of skin, generation of local burning of the skin etc. Therefore, utmost care must be taken and immediate consultation is advisable in case of side- effects.