Significance of Topical application
Topical application, according to the text, is the direct application of a substance, such as a medication or herbal remedy, onto the skin or a specific area of the body. This method is used for treating various skin conditions, localized ailments, and wounds. The application can involve creams, ointments, gels, or pastes, and is often employed to achieve a localized therapeutic effect, with absorption of active compounds. It is a common route of administration for various treatments, including those in Ayurveda, dermatology, and dental applications.
Synonyms: Local application, Surface application, Topical use, External application, External use
In Dutch: Topische toepassing; In Finnish: Ajankohtainen sovellus; In Spanish: Aplicación tópica
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Hindu concept of 'Topical application'
In Hinduism, topical application involves directly applying substances like herbal remedies, ointments (e.g., Lepa), and oils to the skin or affected areas. It's a key method for treating skin conditions, localized ailments, and is used in various treatments, including those for eyes and wounds, for therapeutic effects.
From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences
(1) These were used by the patient in the past, got symptomatic relief but symptoms use to reoccur within few days. No permanent relief seen.[1] (2) Ayurveda an ancient science has vast description of the topical applications in the name of Lepakalapna described both as the Chikitsa of various skin disease and for beauty, emphasizing its role in both treating skin ailments and enhancing aesthetic appearance.[2] (3) Topical application is one of the ways aromatherapy is used, along with massage, inhalation, compresses, or baths.[3] (4) This is when drugs in the form of paste are used externally, and this is known as Lepas, which is crucial in the treatment of skin-related issues.[4] (5) The obtained products have good consistency for better, and by that Sheeta Guna of Ghrita increases, and this is achieved through the pressure washing method using water.[5]
From: International Research Journal of Ayurveda and Yoga
(1) These have the advantage of delivering drugs directly to the site of action, with the skin being an accessible organ.[6] (2) Lepas are those formulations meant for topical application, classified based on site and mode.[7] (3) The method of applying a substance directly to the skin, as done with the gel in the study, allowing for localized treatment and potential absorption of active compounds.[8] (4) This term refers to the application of a substance directly to the affected area, such as honey for oral health.[9]
From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine
(1) Topical application refers to the method of applying a substance directly to the skin, which is how Savarnakara Yoga, in the form of Lepa or ointment, is intended to be used.[10] (2) This refers to the method of applying a substance directly to the skin, such as Kaalaani kalimpu cream, which was used to treat filiform warts in the reported case.[11] (3) Topical application refers to the direct application of a substance, like a herbal remedy, to the surface of the body, and it is used for treating skin conditions or localized ailments, as mentioned in the text.[12]
From: Bhesajjakkhandhaka (Chapter on Medicine)
(1) Refers to the application of medicines directly onto the skin, primarily the use of powders for treatment.[13]
From: Charaka Samhita (English translation)
(1) External treatments applied directly to skin lesions to alleviate symptoms of dermatosis.[14]
The concept of Topical application in scientific sources
Topical application involves directly applying substances like medications, extracts, or ointments to the skin or mucous membranes for localized therapeutic effects. This method targets specific areas, addressing conditions such as arthritis, eczema, wounds, or infections, and can be used for both treatment and research purposes.
From: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutics
(1) The use of mupirocin-alginate particles for wound healing, with release kinetics that might be predictive for this application.[15] (2) It can provide anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair effects with plant oils.[16] (3) One of the references mentions nonionic surfactant vesicles containing estradiol for this purpose.[17] (4) This is the most convenient way of delivering the drug to the eye and drug enters into the aqueous humor by partitions through the corneal epithelium, stroma and endothelium.[18] (5) Their study found the enhanced accumulation of DIT through dendrimer carrier within the skin which might help optimize and targeting the drug to the epidermal and dermal sites, thus creating new opportunities for wellcontrolled, modern topical application of DIT for the treatment of psoriasis.[19]
From: International Journal of Pharmacology
(1) The agents responsible for the systemic effects after this of hair dye ingredients are the acetylated and/or bi-acetylated metabolites of these ingredients molecules.[20] (2) Raupp et al. (2001) reported that topical application of L. inermis caused hemolytic effect in children with G6PD enzyme deficient (Raupp et al., 2001).[21] (3) The effect of this of phytoconstituents fractionated from a hydroalcohol extract of the bark of T. arjuna, was assessed on the healing of rat dermal wounds.[22] (4) Substances applied directly to the surface of the tonsils to alleviate pain after tonsillectomy.[23] (5) Topical application of ethanol extracts of noni leaves was used in this research to investigate their efficacy in promoting wound healing.[24]
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This refers to the direct application of a substance, like a medication or natural product, to a specific area of the body, often to the mouth.[25] (2) This is the application of a substance directly to a specific part of the body, and it was used in the experiment using three variants of ointment.[26] (3) The method of applying a substance directly onto the skin or a wound, specifically regarding honey in treating radiation mucositis.[27]
From: South African Family Practice
(1) This is the act of applying something to the skin, and patients are cautioned not to apply anything to their skin after the procedure, or to scratch the treated area.[28] (2) This is the act of applying medication directly to the affected area, and it is a common treatment for early-stage otitis externa. This method aims to alleviate symptoms and address the underlying causes of the condition.[29] (3) This of tolnaftate may cause skin irritation, and both terbinafine and tolnaftate remain inferior to the azoles, and is only indicated for very superficial infections without hair follicle involvement.[30]
From: South African Journal of Physiotherapy
(1) The method of applying steroid cream, which was used to address the symptoms, but it did not completely resolve the patient's condition, and the patient stopped needing it after treatment.[31] (2) Topical applications are medications or substances applied directly to the skin, and they can be used to treat burn wounds and prevent infection.[32] (3) The application of medication directly to the skin or a mucous membrane, which is another route of administration reported by respondents, including the use of NSAIDs and wound preparations.[33]
From: Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research
(1) Topical application is the method of applying a substance directly to the skin, which is used for some treatments but has limitations for chewing lice control.[34] (2) These are treatments applied directly to the skin's surface, and luliconazole is mentioned as a new option in managing the condition.[35]
From: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (MDPI)
(1) Regarding this, the studies included in this review used a concentration ranging from 0.05% to 3 of CA, indicating the range of concentrations used.[36] (2) It involves applying a substance directly to the surface of the skin or mucous membrane, targeting the affected area for treatment.[37]