Meta-Analysis of Combined Oral and Topical Herbal Medicine Treatment for Atopic Dermatitis
Journal · Journal of Dermatological Treatment (2024)
Original authors · Kim SH, Lee JH, Park JY, et al.
DOI · 10.1080/09546634.2024.034
Summary
Twenty-two RCTs evaluating the effects of combined oral and topical herbal medicine treatment for atopic dermatitis were meta-analyzed. The combination group showed significantly decreased SCORAD scores (MD: -18.4).
Key figures
Analyzed RCTs
22 RCTs
SCORAD MD
-18.4
Optimal strategy
Oral + topical
Conclusion
Combined oral and topical herbal medicine is effective for managing moderate or more severe atopic dermatitis symptoms.
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