Psoriasin

Alva-Amco Pharmacal Companies, Inc.

Drug Facts

FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*

• Active ingredient
• Purpose
• Psoriasin Uses
• Warnings
• Directions
• Psoriasin Other information
• Inactive ingredients
• Product Insert

FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION

Active ingredient

Salicylic acid, 3%

Purpose

Psoriasis/Seborrheic Dermatitis Treatment

Psoriasin Uses

For the relief of symptoms associated with psoriasis and/or seborrheic dermatitis including itching, flaking, redness and irritation of the skin and scalp.  Helps prevent recurrence.

Warnings

For external use only.

Ask a doctor before use if condition covers a large area of the body.

When using this product avoid contact with eyes.  If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.

Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed.

Keep out of reach of children.  If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away.

Directions

• Read all package directions and warnings before use and use only as directed.
• For best results, use at least two times per week or as recommended by a doctor.
• Use on affected areas in place of regular soap or shampoo.
• Wet skin and/or scalp.
• Apply Psoriasin Medicated Wash and massage to form a rich lather.
• Leave lather on the scalp or skin for two minutes.
• Rinse thoroughly.
• Repeat if necessary.
• Intended for use by normally healthy adults only.
• Persons under 18 years of age or those with highly sensitive or allergic skin should use only as directed by a doctor.

Psoriasin Other information

You may report serious side effects to the phone number provided under Questions? below.

Inactive ingredients

Lauramidopropyl betaine, panthenol, phospholipid EFA, purified water, sodium chloride, sodium C14 - 16 olefin sulfonate.

Questions? 1-800-792-2582

Product Insert

PSORIASIN Medicated Wash

• Removes crusty, scaly build-up
• Gently cleanses, moisturizes and conditions
• Relieves itching, flaking, redness and irritation
• Relieves the symptoms of psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis and related discomforts
• Effective as a therapeutic body wash and shampoo
  

A WORD ABOUT PSORIASIN MEDICATED WASH

PSORIASIN Medicated Wash relieves the discomforts of psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis. PSORIASIN Medicated Wash cleanses away scaling and flaking, relieves itching, redness and irritation on skin and scalp ... plus helps soothe and smooth skin and leave hair soft and manageable.

WHAT IS PSORIASIS AND SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS?

PSORIASIS is a non-contagious skin disorder that afflicts millions of men and women of all ages. Normal skin cells multiply, mature and shed on a regular basis. In those ­afflicted with psoriasis, skin cells appear to multiply much faster than normal, with excessive skin cells accumulating on the skin surface. In its most common form, these cells form scaly, reddish patches which are often unsightly, uncomfortable and are frequently irritating, itchy and painful. While the exact causes of psoriasis are still unknown, it is reported that a susceptibility to psoriasis may be inherited ... passed along from one generation to another genetically within families. First visible outbreaks of psoriasis may be prompted by a stress such as surgery, a major infection, or a minor skin injury such as a burn or cut. After the first outbreak, psoriasis flare-ups tend to come and go without any specific regularity or frequency, although symptoms appear to diminish during warm summer months and increase during cold winter months. Some studies have shown a relationship between psoriasis flare-ups and periods of emotional stress.

The number of flare-ups and their intensity may differ from case to case. Although there is no known cure for psoriasis, the active ingredient in PSORIASIN Medicated Wash has been proven to help effectively relieve and control the symptoms of psoriasis, as well as prevent recurrences.

SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS is a distinctly different condition, though sometimes it is confused with psoriasis. Seborrheic dermatitis is an inflammation affecting areas of the skin rich in sebaceous (oil producing) glands commonly on the hairy areas of the body, such as the scalp. This troublesome skin disorder tends to be marked by skin cell proliferation and heightened sebaceous gland activity ... skin cells shed and become scaly, itchy, red and irritated. Affected areas tend to display oily looking, yellowish, scaly patches. People who tend toward oily skin are more likely to be affected. While seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis are different disorders, highly visible symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis, such as intense itching and dandruff respond well (as well as psoriasis symptoms) to the active ingredient in PSORIASIN. These symptoms can be relieved and controlled, as well as recurrences prevented, with regular use of PSORIASIN Medicated Wash.

HOW DO YOU KNOW IF YOU HAVE PSORIASIS OR SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS OF THE SCALP OR  BODY ?

In its most common form, known as plaque psoriasis, the condition is characterized by sharply defined raised reddish areas of skin or patches, typically covered with overlapping, rough, dry silvery scaling. Often times outbreaks are accompanied by itching and flaking at the affected site. In many cases skin is cracked, irritated and burning. Seborrheic dermatitis frequently affects the scalp and other areas rich in sebaceous (oil producing) glands. Seborrheic dermatitis tends to show up as thick, greasy, yellowish scales, accompanied by itching and irritation.

If you experience any type of unusual skin eruption(s) including those described here, contact your doctor to make the correct diagnosis and obtain professional advice. You may wish to show him/her PSORIASIN Medicated Wash and discuss its use for relief and prevention.

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: Salicylic Acid 3%

USES: For the relief of symptoms associated with psoriasis and/or seborrheic dermatitis including itching, scaling, flaking, redness and irritation of the skin and scalp. Helps prevent recurrence.

WARNINGS: For external use only. Ask a doctor before use if condition covers a large area of the body. When using this product avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away.

DIRECTIONS: • Read all package directions and warnings before use and use only as directed . • For best results, use at least two times per week or as recommended by a doctor .• Use on affected areas in place of regular soap or shampoo . • Wet skin and/or scalp . • Apply PSORIASIN Medicated Wash and massage to form a rich lather. • Leave lather on the skin or scalp for two minutes. • Rinse thoroughly. • Repeat if necessary . • Intended for use by normally healthy adults only . • Persons under 18 years of age or those with highly sensitive or allergic skin should use only as directed by a doctor.

OTHER INFORMATION: You may report serious side effects to the phone number provided under Questions? below.

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Panthenol, Phospholipid EFA, Purified Water, Sodium Chloride, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate.

QUESTIONS: 1-800-792-2582