Birch bark extract

Generic Name
Birch bark extract
Brand Names
Filsuvez
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
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CAS Number
84012-15-7
Unique Ingredient Identifier
6NQM402G7Y
Background

Birch bark extract is rich in triterpenoids with beneficial biological and pharmacological activities. Some of the compounds identified in it include betulin, lupeol, betulinic acid, oleanolic acid, and erythrodiol. Birch bark extract is obtained from the white part of the birch tree bark, and the main species of trees used for production are Betula pendula ...

Indication

Filsuvez, a preparation of birch bark extract, is indicated for the treatment of partial thickness wounds associated with dystrophic and junctional epidermolysis bullosa (EB) in patients 6 months and older.

Associated Conditions
Partial Thickness Wounds
Associated Therapies
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