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1
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Dithranol is also known as Anthralin

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True

2
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Dithranol inhibits monocytes’ proinflammatory activity

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True

3
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Dithranol induces extracellular generation of oxygen free radicals which induces irritation

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True

4
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The irritation associated with Dithranol improves with repeated application due to tolerance

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True

5
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Dithranol has anti-Langerhans cell effects

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True

6
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Dithranol is approved for the use in chronic plaque psoriasis especially on localised plaques resistant to other therapies

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True

7
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Dithranol has been combined with UVB phototherapy with good results

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True

8
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Dithranol may cause staining of clothing, skin, hair and nails

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True

9
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Dithranol causes an irritant contact dermatitis and a short contact treatment regimen is commonly used to overcome this adverse effect

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True

10
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Dithranol is pregnancy category C and is not recommended in pregnant or nursing mothers

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True