Drug Information
LCD Cream 5% (10 g) (Liguor Carbonis Detergents) or Coal Tar cream (กภก.)
Indications
Treatment of psoriasis of skin and scalp. Click to listen highlighted text! Indications Treatment of psoriasis of skin and scalp.
Contraindications and precautions
1.Do not use if you had an allergic reaction to this medication or its components.
2.Do not use in patients with photosensitivity (such as: Systemic Lupus erythematosus, photodermatoses), patients with folliculitis or acne vulgaris.
3.Do not use with other treatment for psoriasis (such as: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, medicines) unless directed by your doctor.
4.Use this medication cautiously in pregnant women or lactating women as safety data are not established.
5.Allergic reactions to Methylparaben or Propylparaben may occur. (which may not show allergic symptoms immediately)
6.Do not apply to inflamed, infected, or broken skin, open injuries, genital or rectal areas. Click to listen highlighted text! Contraindications and precautions 1.Do not use if you had an allergic reaction to this medication or its components. 2.Do not use in patients with photosensitivity (such as: Systemic Lupus erythematosus, photodermatoses), patients with folliculitis or acne vulgaris. 3.Do not use with other treatment for psoriasis (such as: ultraviolet (UV) radiation, medicines) unless directed by your doctor. 4.Use this medication cautiously in pregnant women or lactating women as safety data are not established. 5.Allergic reactions to Methylparaben or Propylparaben may occur. (which may not show allergic symptoms immediately) 6.Do not apply to inflamed, infected, or broken skin, open injuries, genital or rectal areas.
Recommendations of drug use
1.Apply on the affected area 1-2 times a day as directed by your doctor. Wash your hands after application every time.
2.Use with caution on the face, near eyes and mucous membranes.
3.Avoid contact with eyes. If the medication contacts the eyes, rinse off with plenty of water and seek medical advice immediately.
4.After application, avoid exposure to direct sunlight, smoking, or flame because this medication contains flammable substances. Click to listen highlighted text! Recommendations of drug use 1.Apply on the affected area 1-2 times a day as directed by your doctor. Wash your hands after application every time. 2.Use with caution on the face, near eyes and mucous membranes. 3.Avoid contact with eyes. If the medication contacts the eyes, rinse off with plenty of water and seek medical advice immediately. 4.After application, avoid exposure to direct sunlight, smoking, or flame because this medication contains flammable substances.
Adverse Reactions
1.If you develop these symptoms, discontinue the medication and seek medical advice immediately i.e. urticaria, swelling in the face, eyelids, lips, syncope, dyspnea, difficulty breathing, erythematous rash, blistering rash, peeling skin rash, bruising, or abnormal bleeding.
2.This medication may cause skin irritation, acne-like skin eruptions, or photosensitivity.
It may not be necessary to discontinue the medication. If the symptoms are severe, seek medical advice. Click to listen highlighted text! Adverse Reactions 1.If you develop these symptoms, discontinue the medication and seek medical advice immediately i.e. urticaria, swelling in the face, eyelids, lips, syncope, dyspnea, difficulty breathing, erythematous rash, blistering rash, peeling skin rash, bruising, or abnormal bleeding. 2.This medication may cause skin irritation, acne-like skin eruptions, or photosensitivity. It may not be necessary to discontinue the medication. If the symptoms are severe, seek medical advice.
Drug storage
1.Store in original container.
2.Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees Celsius. Avoid heat, moisture and light.
3.It should be kept out of the reach of children. Click to listen highlighted text! Drug storage 1.Store in original container. 2.Store at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees Celsius. Avoid heat, moisture and light. 3.It should be kept out of the reach of children.
The above information is drug information used for patient self-care only.
If you have any inquiries, please ask your physicians or pharmacists. Click to listen highlighted text! The above information is drug information used for patient self-care only. If you have any inquiries, please ask your physicians or pharmacists.
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