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Sirolimus Gel Shows Promise for Acanthosis Nigricans, Suggests Study
['Medha Baranwal', 'Written', 'Medically Reviewed', 'Msc. Biotechnology', 'Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli']
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Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a common skin disorder characterized by darkened, thickened, velvety plaques that most often develop in body folds such as the neck and underarms.
The 12-week study enrolled five adult participants, all of whom applied sirolimus gel 0.2% twice daily to the affected area.
Disease severity improved by 30.2%, with significant reductions in Acanthosis Nigricans Scoring Chart (ANSC) scores.
The researchers concluded that sirolimus gel 0.2% appears to be a promising topical treatment for acanthosis nigricans, offering early improvements in pigmentation, skin texture, and patient-reported outcomes with minimal side effects.
Evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of Sirolimus Topical Gel 0.2% to Treat Acanthosis Nigricans.