This study was aimed at determining the effect of dilution of active ingredients of chemical sunscreen consisting of octyl-methoxy cinnamate and benzophenon-3 on its potency, in terms of SPF (sun-protection factor) and APF (UV-A protection factor). Factors of sun UV-A protection factor had been tested in the Laboratory of Photobiology, Department of Dermato-Venereology Dr. Sardjito General Ho…
Treatment is an important aspect of leprosy control. Effective chemotherapy not only cures the patients, but also disrupts the transmission of infection. Development of chemotherapy of leprosy can be divided into three eras : presulfon, sulfon monotherapy, and multidrug therapy (MDT) era. This paper reviews the development of leprosy chemotherapy and drugs used in MDT : dapson, rifampisin, clof…