| Category of Drug | Dithranol- Dermatological Drugs- Drugs Affecting Skin Differenaon and Proliferation |
| Mechanism of Action | |
| Indications | Dithranol- Dermatological Drugs- Drugs Affecting Skin Differenaon and Proliferation is used for Moderately severe psoriasis |
| Well Known Pharmaceutical Brands | |
| Available dosage forms | OINTMENT |
| Dose | |
| Contraindications | 1. Hypersensitivity 2. Avoid use on the face 3. Acute eruptions 4. Excessively inflamed areas |
| Precautions | 1. Irritant-avoid contact with eyes and healthy skin 2. Not to be used in acute psoriasis 3. Pregnancy |
| Adverse Effects | 1. Local irritation 2. Discontinue use if excessive erythema or spread of lesions 3. Conjunctivitis following contact with eyes 4. Staining of the skin hair and fabrics 5. Stains skin |
| Pregnancy Category | C |
