📋 Indications & Clinical Dosage
*Subacute and chronic psoriasis:*
Adult: For application to skin or scalp, 0.1-0.5% cream suitable for overnight treatment, 1-2% cream for max. 1 hour (consult product literature).
⛔ Contraindications
Acute and pustular psoriasis, hypersensitivity
⚠️ Precautions & Warnings
Avoid sensitive areas of skin, avoid use near eyes. When applying dithranol, hands should be protected by gloves or they should be washed thoroughly afterwards use plenty of lukewarm (not hot) water to rinse off cream with soap. Dithranol should be applied to chronic extensor plaques only, carefully avoiding normal skin
⚠️ Adverse Reactions / Side Effects
Local burning sensation, local irritation, stains hair, stains skin
📚 Official Regulatory & Clinical References
- Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP): Drug Registration, S.R.O. Price Gazettes & National Essential Medicines List (NEML).
- World Health Organization (WHO): Collaborating Centre for Drug Statistics Methodology (ATC/DDD Index).
- Formulary Standards: British National Formulary (BNF) & Pakistan National Formulary (PNF) guidelines.