Category of Drug | Coaltar- Dermatological Drugs- Drugs Affecting Skin Differentiation and Proliferation |
Mechanism of Action | |
Indications | Coaltar- Dermatological Drugs- Drugs Affecting Skin Differentiation and Proliferation which is used for 1. Chronic psoriasis 2. Either alone or in combination with exposure to ultraviolet light 3. Eczema |
Well Known Pharmaceutical Brands | |
Available dosage forms | 1. CREAM 2. LOTION |
Dose | |
Contraindications | 1. Inflamed 2. Broken or infected skin |
Precautions | 1. Skin protection possibly required to reduce photosensivity reactions 2. Avoid contact with eyes 3. Pregnancy |
Adverse Effects | 1. Irritation 2. Photosensivity reactions 3. Hypersensitivity 4. Skin 5. Hair and fabrics discoloured 6. Stinging |
Pregnancy Category | C |
