Other novel immunosuppressants

The use of immunosuppressive agents in dermatology has increased widely. Th e role of these medications has become increasingly important for the treat ment of dermatologic disorders in an inpatient setting, where there is freq uently a requirement for highly potent, fast-acting, effective agents. This article presents an overview of the general application, mechanisms of act ion, metabolism, and adverse effects commonly associated with systemic immu nosuppressive agents used in dermatology.