Specific dermatological benefits associated with quantities of lotion transferred to the skin.

Background: A growing number of manufacturers are taking advantage of the ability of absorbent consumer products to deliver lotion to the skin. The lotion is included on these products to help protect the skin from adverse skin effects that can occur, including: (1) irritation, (2) over hydration of the stratum corneum, (3) dryness that can occur from extended exposure to highly absorbent consumer products, and (4) changes in pH.

Objective: This manuscript presents results of a quantitative lotion transfer study of adult incontinence products.

Catatonic schizophrenia and the use of memantine.

Objective: To report a case of catatonic schizophrenia treated with memantine that resulted in a rapid reduction of catatonic symptoms.

Case Summary: A 68-year-old male with catatonic schizophrenia presented with bizarre and catatonic behavior manifested by mutism, waxy flexibility, immobility, staring, nonresponsiveness to verbal commands, grimacing, rigidity, and posturing. During the course of his hospitalization, he was treated with memantine up to 10 mg/day.