Psorinol 0.25% Ointment
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About Psorinol 0.25% Ointment
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment is an anti-psoriatic agent used to treat sub-acute or chronic psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply faster than usual. This causes scaling, redness, and thickness of the skin. Psoriatic patches generally occur on the knees, elbows, scalp, and lower back.
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment contains ‘dithranol’, which slows down the production of new skin cells; this helps in reducing the thickening and scaling of the skin. Psorinol 0.25% Ointment helps to clear patches of psoriasis by restoring normal skin development. Thereby, Psorinol 0.25% Ointment helps in treating psoriasis.
You are advised to use Psorinol 0.25% Ointment for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects, such as soreness and burning sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use Psorinol 0.25% Ointment only on the patches of skin affected by psoriasis. Avoid using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment on the face, genitals, skin folds, and underneath the breasts. Psorinol 0.25% Ointment might cause staining of clothes, skin, and hair. Skin and hair staining would gradually disappear after stopping the treatment with Psorinol 0.25% Ointment. However, it causes permanent staining of fabrics and plastic.
Uses of Psorinol 0.25% Ointment
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment used in the treatment of Psoriasis. The detailed uses of Psorinol 0.25% Ointment are as follows:
- Treating Psoriasis: Psorinol 0.25% Ointment helps to treat psoriasis by slowing down excessive skin cell growth, thereby improving skin appearance.
- Reducing Scaling: Psorinol 0.25% Ointment reduces scaling, decreases the thickening of skin scales, making psoriatic plaques less noticeable.
- Anti-inflammatory Action: Psorinol 0.25% Ointment reduces redness, swelling, and inflammation in psoriatic plaques, providing relief from discomfort.
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Directions for Use
- Psorinol 0.25% Ointment is for external use only.
- It is usually applied once daily; however, follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication for better recovery.
- Apply a thin layer of Psorinol 0.25% Ointment to the psoriasis-affected areas and gently rub it in until completely absorbed.
- If you are applying Psorinol 0.25% Ointment to the scalp, first comb the hair to remove any loose scales, part the hair, and gently massage the medication into the affected area.
- Leave it on for the prescribed time, usually 10-60 minutes, then wash it off thoroughly.
- Wash your hands immediately after use.
- Avoid contact with unaffected or broken skin, mouth, eyes, or other sensitive areas.
Medicinal Benefits
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment is an anti-psoriatic agent used to treat sub-acute or chronic psoriasis. Psorinol 0.25% Ointment helps to clear patches of psoriasis by restoring normal skin development. Psorinol 0.25% Ointment slows down the production of new skin cells; this helps in reducing the thickening and scaling of the skin. Thereby, Psorinol 0.25% Ointment helps in treating psoriasis.
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Drug Warnings
Do not use Psorinol 0.25% Ointment if you are allergic to any of the contents. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use Psorinol 0.25% Ointment only on the patches of skin affected by psoriasis. Avoid using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment on the face, genitals, skin folds, and underneath the breasts. Psorinol 0.25% Ointment might cause staining of clothes, skin, and blonde hair. Skin and hair staining would gradually disappear after stopping the treatment with Psorinol 0.25% Ointment. However, it causes permanent staining of fabrics and plastic.
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include foods such as cherries, berries, leafy vegetables, salmon, sardines, and fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
- Consume antioxidant-rich spices and herbs like cumin, ginger, sage and thyme.
- Avoid processed foods, refined sugars, and fatty foods.
- Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
- Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and fish in your diet.
- Reducing stress and maintaining a good sleep cycle would be helpful.
- Avoiding getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents and rough fabrics.
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Alcohol
Caution
It is not known if Psorinol 0.25% Ointment interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Safe if prescribed
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment can be used during pregnancy if advised by the doctor. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Breast Feeding
Safe if prescribed
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment can be used during breastfeeding if advised by the doctor. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.
Liver
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Psorinol 0.25% Ointment in patients with liver impairment.
Kidney
Caution
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Psorinol 0.25% Ointment in patients with kidney impairment.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment should be used with extra caution and regular supervision in children if prescribed by the doctor.
Heart
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment is generally considered safe for heart patients. However, it is advisable to inform your doctor before using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment should be used in the elderly patients only when prescribed by a doctor. If you have any concerns about using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment for geriatrics, please consult a doctor.
FAQs
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment is used to treat sub-acute or chronic psoriasis, a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply faster than usual.
Psorinol 0.25% Ointment slows down the production of new skin cells; this helps reduce the thickening and scaling of the skin. Thereby, Psorinol 0.25% Ointment helps in treating psoriasis.
Treated skin may gradually stain brown or purple. However, this is harmless and will gradually disappear within a few days after the treatment. Blonde/pink hair may take on a pinkish tinge whilst using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment on the scalp. This will grow out after treatment stops. Avoid contact of Psorinol 0.25% Ointment with fabrics, plastics, furnishings, and bedclothes as it might cause permanent staining.
Consult your doctor before using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment if you have been/are using corticosteroids. If you have been using topical corticosteroids regularly to treat psoriasis, it is necessary that you follow a treatment-free interval for at least a week before starting treatment with Psorinol 0.25% Ointment. Plain skin moisturiser can be used in the meantime.
Do not cover the treated skin with dressings after applying Psorinol 0.25% Ointment unless told by the doctor. Covering the skin can increase the amount of medicine absorbed through the skin leading to harmful effects.
Continue using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment.
Avoid using Psorinol 0.25% Ointment on the face, skin folds, genitals, and underneath the breasts as the skin’s response tends to be stronger in these areas. Talk to your doctor for further advice.
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