Povidone Iodine
Povidone iodine is a chemical complex of povidone and elemental iodine. It is an antiseptic. It has been widely used as a pre-operative skin cleansing agent and for the treatment and prevention of infection in wounds. Povidone iodine in the form of an oral rinse has been evaluated in patients with cancer for prevention and treatment of mucositis.
Potassium Permanganate and Sulfosalicylic Cream
Potassium permanganate is an inorganic chemical compound that is diluted in water and used to treat weeping skin conditions. It has both antiseptic and astringent properties. Sulfosalicylic cream has been used to treat skin conditions caused by microorganisms on the skin.
Polymeric Dressing
Polymeric membrane dressings consist of a thin polyurethane foam membrane providing a porous structure that exudates fluid from wounds, controls water loss, and promotes moist wound healing conditions. A variety of polymeric dressings have been developed that also may contain substances such as moisturizers or surfactant to help debride tissue. Polymeric dressings have been evaluated for their efficacy in the treatment of radiodermatitis.
Polyethylene Glycol (PEG)
Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a type of osmotic laxative. In the United States, standard-dose PEG with electrolytes is known as Golytely® (PEG 3350 and electrolytes for oral solution) and Colyte®. Low-dose PEG, referred to as PEG 3350, is available in the United States without electrolytes and is marketed as Miralax®. In the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, PEG is available with or without electrolytes. Nulytely® is a sodium-free mixture for specific patient populations.
Polarity Therapy
Polarity therapy promotes healing, relaxation, and well-being by unblocking and balancing energy flow and reestablishing homeostasis within the human energy field. A trained therapist uses anatomical hand positions (connectors) to examine energy flow, discover trigger points, and restore homeostatic energy flow.
Polaprezinc
Polaprezinc is a compound containing L-carnosine and zinc ion. This compound has been shown to have some positive effects in the treatment of gastric ulcers and other gastrointestinal mucosal injuries. Poaprezinc was examined for its efficacy in the prevention and management of oral mucositis in patients receiving treatment for cancer.
Triple Drug Regimen
The triple drug regimen of steroid (dexamethasone), a serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonist (RA), and a neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonist has been studied for prevention and management of CINV in patients with cancer receiving multiday chemotherapy regimens. This combination has been recommended by National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) for patients receiving high emetic risk IV chemotherapy.
Turmeric
Turmeric, also known as Curcuma longa, is a common spice native to India and other tropical regions. It is frequently used in Asian cooking. The active ingredient, curcumin, is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Turmeric Cream
Turmeric, also known as Curcuma longa, is a common spice native to India and other tropical regions. It is frequently used in Asian cooking. The active ingredient, curcumin, is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. A cream containing turmeric and sandalwood oil has been examined for its efficacy in the management of radiodermatitis.