Journal of Dermatitis

Abstract

Diagnosing Lanolin Contact Allergy with Lanolin Alcohol and Amerchol L101

Jannet Knijp*

Lanolin contact allergy is frequently seen in referred dermatitis patients. It is a clinical problem, especially for those using lanolin containing topical medicaments. Lanolin alcohol 30% PET is the standard patch test agent for diagnosing lanolin contact allergy. However, supplementary patch testing with other lanolin derivatives seems to improve the identification of lanolin-sensitive patients. Particular attention is paid to Amerchol L101 50% PET., a mixture of 10% lanolin alcohols and mineral oil. The aim of this study was to determine which combination of lanolin derivatives is most effective in patch testing for diagnosing lanolin contact allergy.

Published Date: 2019-12-05; Received Date: 2019-11-05