Coal tar

Class
Exfoliative agents
Subclass
Coal tar preparations
Substance name
Coal tar
Common formulations
Cream
Dosage and administration
Adults patients
Treatment of plaque psoriasis in patients without immunocompromising conditions • Severe
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20% TOP q6-12h
Indications for use
Labeled indications
Adults
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Treatment of plaque psoriasis in patients without immunocompromising conditions (severe)
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Treatment of seborrheic dermatitis
Safety risks
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to coal tar
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Perform a patch test before using coal tar to identify potential hypersensitivity reactions in individuals.
Warnings and precautions
Skin irritation
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Use caution with inflamed or broken skin. Avoid applying coal tar to inflamed or broken skin to prevent skin irritation. Discontinue use of coal tar and provide soothing topical treatments if skin irritation occurs.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy
All trimesters
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Insufficient evidence.
Interactions
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