The purpose of this study is three-fold. First, researchers will assess whether subjects who have clinically abnormal reactions to sunlight (photosensitivity) have increased levels of microvesicle particles (MVP) following ultraviolet B (UVB) treatment to localized area of skin. Second, researchers will assess if topical application of the medicine imipramine will block UVB-induced MVP release. Third, researchers will assess if the topical cream will block UVB-induced increased erythema reactions (reddening of the skin).
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
40
4% Imipramine Cream
Base Cream
Wright State Physicians
Fairborn, Ohio, United States
RECRUITINGChange in microvesicle particle levels from baseline in clinically photosensitive subjects
This will be measured in skin biopsies obtained at 4 hours following ultraviolet B radiation fluence of 1000 J/m2.
Time frame: 4 Hours
Change in microvesicle particle levels from baseline post topical imipramine application
This will be measured in skin biopsies with topical imipramine applied. Biopsies are obtained at 4 hours following ultraviolet B radiation fluence of 1000 J/m2.
Time frame: 4 Hours
Change in skin erythema from baseline on topical imipramine treated skin
This will be measured with a mexameter at 4 hours.
Time frame: 4 Hours
Change in skin erythema from baseline on topical imipramine treated skin
This will be measured with a mexameter at 24 hours.
Time frame: 24 Hours
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