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Old 02-08-2014, 02:16 PM
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Default New drug for actinic keratosis and nonmelanoma skin cancers

While in New Zealand a couple of years ago, I learned of an Australian weed whose sap was a home remedy for some skin disorders. I followed the research until the recent release of the medication, ingenol mebutate.
It's available now.

common name: Picato
https://www.picato.com/

research:

Ingenol mebutate: A novel topical drug for actinic keratosis