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Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo
contains 2.5% distilled coal tar for effective psoriasis relief- reduces redness, itching and scaling of the scalp
- suitable for adults and children
- can be used regularly as part of hair care routine
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Specially formulated to treat scalp psoriasis, Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo contains coal tar, a keratolytic agent that could help to ease itching, loosen flakes and restore normal skin development.
The shampoo may help you to shed dead skin cells from the top layer of your psoriasis patches and lift them from your scalp. It could also slow the growth of new skin cells, reducing inflammation and making patches less visible.
Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo has antimicrobial properties. This means it’s able to kill the microorganisms living on your scalp that can increase infection and make psoriasis symptoms worse.
Very easy to use, the shampoo is suitable for people of all ages, including older adults and children, and can be seamlessly integrated into your current hair care routine.
About Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo
Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo has been specifically formulated to treat scalp psoriasis. The shampoo contains 2.5% coal tar which may help to slow the rapid growth of new skin cells. Coal tar could also help to loosen dead cells from the top layer of skin and may reduce itching and irritation in your scalp.
You can use Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo every day – or as often as your doctor recommends – until your symptoms improve. The shampoo is suitable for people of all ages, including children.
How Does Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo Work?
The active ingredient in Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo is coal tar. An established treatment for psoriasis and other skin conditions, coal tar may help to ease itching, promote healthy skin development and reduce inflammation.
Coal tar is said to have antimicrobial properties, which could destroy the microorganisms that live on your scalp and that could be making your condition worse. Coal tar is also a keratolytic agent, which means it’s able to loosen dead cells from the top layer of the skin, making it easier to remove them from your hair. This may reduce scaling, flaking, dryness and itching.
Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo Ingredients
The main active ingredient in Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo is coal tar (2.5% w/v). Other ingredients contained in the shampoo include:
How To Use Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo
To use Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo you’ll need to:
- thoroughly wet your hair
- apply an amount roughly the size of a fifty pence piece to your hair (more if you have long hair)
- massage the shampoo into your hair and scalp using the tips of your fingers
- leave in for three to five minutes
- remove as much lather as possible using your hands (this is an important step as it takes the scales with it)
- rinse
- repeat if necessary
You can use Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo every day until your symptoms improve. You can then use it once or twice per week to keep flaking and scaling under control.
Side Effects of Psoriderm
Most people won’t have any unpleasant symptoms when using Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo. However, in rare cases, you may experience some side effects. These could include:
- skin irritation
- acne-like eruptions
- increased sensitivity to sunlight
If you experience any of these side effects, you should stop using the shampoo and speak to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. You can also report any unlisted symptoms using the Yellow Card Scheme. Visit the MHRA website or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
Psoriderm Warnings
Don’t use Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo on psoriasis that feels or looks inflamed and tender. It’s also not suitable for use on pustular psoriasis or infected skin.
When using Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo, be careful not to get the product in your eyes, nose or mouth as it can cause irritation. If this does happen, rinse the affected areas with clean water.
Don’t store Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo in temperatures higher than 25˚C and don’t use the product after the expiry date shown on the carton.
The shampoo can be used while pregnant and breastfeeding.
SOURCES:
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3765/pil
https://dermnetnz.org/topics/c...,commonly%20responds%20well%20to%20phototherapy.
Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo FAQs
Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo has been developed to treat scalp psoriasis. This type of psoriasis usually appears as red patches on the scalp. These patches are often covered in silvery scales and can be itchy and uncomfortable.
Scalp psoriasis can appear on small areas of your skin, or it can cover your whole scalp. These patches, while itchy and irritated, shouldn’t be tender or blistered.
The shampoo can be used to treat both large and small plaque psoriasis.
Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo has been specifically developed to treat scalp psoriasis and may not be suitable for other types of the condition. If you have another form of psoriasis, speak to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist to find the best treatment option for you.
You can use Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo every day until your psoriasis symptoms improve. You can then reduce the amount you use the shampoo to around once or twice per week as your condition begins to ease.
Use Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo as needed to keep your symptoms under control.
In rare cases, Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo could stain your hair. The shampoo shouldn’t affect the style of your hair, though you should avoid using a lot of additional styling products as this could irritate your scalp and make your psoriasis symptoms worse.
If you have scalp psoriasis, it’s best to avoid using hair dryers, curling tongs, hair straighteners or hot rollers. This is because the heat from these styling products could aggravate your psoriasis and worsen irritation.
Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo should begin to relieve itching soon after application. You may start to see a visible reduction in the size of psoriasis patches after around a month of use.
If you don’t see any improvement after four weeks, or if your symptoms get worse, stop using the product and talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. They may be able to find a more suitable treatment for your psoriasis.
If your hair feels dry after using the shampoo, you can use a conditioner to help moisturise it. Apply the conditioner only to the hair – not the scalp – to avoid unnecessary irritation.
Try to avoid using other hair products where possible. As, while they shouldn’t interact with Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo, they may contain chemicals that could irritate your scalp and make your psoriasis symptoms worse.
Yes, Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo can be used on sensitive scalps. However, if you skin is very sensitive, you may experience some side effects when using the shampoo.
If you do have an acne-like eruption, experience increased skin irritation or find your skin is more sensitive to sunlight, stop using the product and speak to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.
Coal tar acts as a keratolytic agent. This means that it’s able to loosen the dead skin cells on your scalp and lift them from your skin, reducing visible signs of psoriasis. Coal tar may also slow the growth of new skin cells, therefore reducing the thickening and scaling of the skin.
What’s more, coal tar could have antimicrobial properties. Killing the microorganisms that live on your scalp could reduce infection and may help your psoriasis symptoms to improve.
Yes, children can use Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo. However, they should be supervised when using the shampoo to ensure its applied correctly and doesn’t come into contact with the eyes, nose, mouth or other sensitive areas.
If your condition doesn’t improve after four weeks of regular use, stop using Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo and speak to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. They may be able to find an alternative treatment that’s more effective in treating your particular condition.
You can access Psoriderm Scalp Lotion Shampoo from a trusted, UK-based pharmacy like the Independent Pharmacy. Our experienced team is always on hand to offer help, advice and support, making it easy to get medications you need.
Contact us today to learn more or to find the psoriasis treatment that’s right for you.
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