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Suggest Ointment And Medicine For Psoriasis On My Legs

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Posted on Thu, 11 Feb 2021
Question: Hi Sir
I have Psoriasis on my Legs. Can u pls suggest some oinment and medicine.

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Regarding psoriasis

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you.
I am Dr kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern.
I suggest you to use a moisturizer, frequently and regularly, over the affected areas.
In addition I suggest you to use a potent topical steroid and salicylic acid based ointment e.g either clobetasol propionate 0.05 % or halobetasol propionate 0.05 % and 3-6%salicylic acid combination based ointment (Clop S or Halovate S ointment), twice daily.
You may also take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine 10mg tab once every evening for symptomatic relief from itching.
These are prescription medications and I advice you to talk to your local practitioner for a prescription of the same.

Regards
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Suggest Ointment And Medicine For Psoriasis On My Legs

Brief Answer: Regarding psoriasis Detailed Answer: Hello. Thank you. I am Dr kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have noted your concern. I suggest you to use a moisturizer, frequently and regularly, over the affected areas. In addition I suggest you to use a potent topical steroid and salicylic acid based ointment e.g either clobetasol propionate 0.05 % or halobetasol propionate 0.05 % and 3-6%salicylic acid combination based ointment (Clop S or Halovate S ointment), twice daily. You may also take an oral antihistamine e.g Cetrizine 10mg tab once every evening for symptomatic relief from itching. These are prescription medications and I advice you to talk to your local practitioner for a prescription of the same. Regards