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Exsora Ointment


Product introduction

Exsora Ointment is a combination medicine that is used to treat psoriasis. It removes dead skin cells and softens the skin. It also minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as skin redness, swelling, and itching. It may cause side effects like dry skin, irritation, itching, and redness.

Exsora Ointment is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine are itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.). Drink plenty of water and apply moisturizing cream or lotion to avoid of cope up with the side effects.

Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine. You should consult the doctor about prescribing an alternative medicine for your condition. Consult the doctor before receiving any consult the doctor before receiving any cosmetic treatment.

Uses of Exsora Ointment

Benefits of Exsora Ointment

In Treatment of Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin problem in which skin cells build up and form scales and dry patches which are itchy and painful. Exsora Ointment helps manage psoriasis symptoms like itching, pain, redness, swelling, or irritation. It also moisturizes the skin and makes it soft and smooth. Clean and dry the affected area before applying Exsora Ointment. Use it at least 2-3 times a day or as prescribed. You may see a change in your skin appearance after few weeks.

Side effects of Exsora Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Exsora

  • Dry skin
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Exsora Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How Exsora Ointment works

Exsora Ointment is a combination of four medicines: Benzoic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Ichtyolammonium, and Triamcinolone Acetonide. Benzoic Acid and Ichtyolammonium are antiseptic medicines. Salicylic Acid is a keratolytic medicine which breaks down keratin clumps, removes dead skin cells and softens the skin. Triamcinolone Acetonide is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Exsora Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Exsora Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
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What if you forget to take Exsora Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Exsora Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

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No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Exsora Ointment is used for the treatment of psoriasis.
  • It may take several weeks to show its action. Keep using it as suggested by your doctor.
  • Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Exsora Ointment.
  • Apply it as a thin layer onto a clean, dry, unbroken infected area of skin.
  • It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
  • Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
  • Use moisturizer regularly to overcome the skin dryness during the course of treatment.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
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Therapeutic Class
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Patient concerns

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I have some rashes like patches on scalp Fungal infection
Dr. Rajesh Garg
Internal Medicine
Sent Pict. May be psoriasis
Will soriasis come because of tonsils
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
Yes . Guttate psoriasis can flare up if you have tonsillitis . But the occurrence of. Psoriasis is mostly genetic in nature
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References

  1. Drugs.com. Benzoic acid and salicylic acid (topical). [ Accessed 26 Apr.. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Salicylic Acid. Huddersfield: Thornton & Ross Ltd.; 1985 [revised 20 Feb 2018]. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. DailyMed. Triamcinolone Acetonide. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: NuLife Pharmaceuticals
Address: 203, Pleasant Apartments, 15th Lane, Prabhat Road, Pune 411004
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: June, 2024

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