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MG217 Psoriasis Medicated multi-symptom

COAL TAR

Standard Dose
Directions Apply to affected areas 1 to 4 times daily or as directed by a physician.
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses For the relief of these symptoms associated with psoriasis and/or seborrheic dermatitis ■ itching ■ scaling ■ flaking ■ redness ■ irritation of the skin.
Summary

Indications and usage Uses For the relief of these symptoms associated with psoriasis and/or seborrheic dermatitis ■ itching ■ scaling ■ flaking ■ redness ■ irritation of the skin.

Helps prevent recurrence.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses For the relief of these symptoms associated with psoriasis and/or seborrheic dermatitis ■ itching ■ scaling ■ flaking ■ redness ■ irritation of the skin. Helps prevent recurrence. Dosage and administration Directions Apply to affected areas 1 to 4 times daily or as directed by a physician. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only. Use only as directed. Ask a doctor before use ■ for prolonged periods ■ if condition covers a large area of the body ■ around the rectum or in the genital area or groin ■ with other forms of psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs ■ do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a physician. When using this product ■ Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. ■ Not recommended for use on scalp unless directed by a physician, ointment may be difficult to remove from hair. Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ condition worsens ■ condition does not improve after regular use of this product as directed. Use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product, as it may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Coal Tar, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only.
  • Use only as directed.
  • Ask a doctor before use ■ for prolonged periods ■ if condition covers a large area of the body ■ around the rectum or in the genital area or groin ■ with other forms of psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs ■ do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a physician.
  • When using this product ■ Avoid contact with the eyes.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.