The hitch in the drug? The itch in the drug: Scientists discover clue to ending chronic itching side effect of certain drugs

Wednesday, February 9, 2011 - 01:30 in Biology & Nature

Scratching deep beneath the surface, a team of researchers the U.S. and South Korea have identified two distinct neuronal signaling pathways activated by a topical cream used to treat a variety of skin diseases. One pathway produces the therapeutic benefit; the other induces severe itching as a side effect.

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