Ingenol Mebutate or Diclofenac Sodium to Treat Actinic Keratosis? Is One Better Than the Other?

Ingenol mebutate (IngMeb) and diclofenac sodium (DS) are both approved for treating actinic keratosis (AK) on the face and scalp. A recent study compared them head-to-head for efficacy and safety. The authors hypothesized that due to factors such as superior clinical outcomes, favorable tolerability, and shorter treatment duration, IngMeb may be preferred by patients and …