PSORIATAR (COAL TAR)- coal tar aerosol, foam

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

Coal Tar (UNII: R533ESO2EC) (Coal Tar - UNII:R533ESO2EC)

Available from:

Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Administration route:

TOPICAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Psoriasis for the relief of symptons of psoriasis

Authorization status:

OTC monograph final

Summary of Product characteristics

PSORIATAR (COAL TAR)- COAL TAR AEROSOL, FOAM
NIVAGEN PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
_Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA,
however they may be marketed if they_
_comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not
evaluated whether this product complies._
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PS ORIATAR (COAL TAR) FOAM, 2% COAL TAR FOAM
_DRUG FACTS_
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
Coal Tar 2% (from Coal Tar Topical Solution USP, 10%)
PURPOS E
Psoriasis
US E
for the relief of symptons of psoriasis
WARNINGS
FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY
FLAMMABLE
Avoid fire, flame, or smoking during and immediately following
application.
DO NOT USE
for prolonged periods without consulting a doctor
this product in or around the rectum or in the genital area or groin
except on the advice of a doctor
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE a condition that covers large
areas of the body.
ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE using the product
with other forms of psoriasis
therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs.
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly
with water.
use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product.
It may increase your tendency to
sunburn for up to 24 hours after application.
Product can stain clothing, contact lenses and hair. To minimize
staining, allow product to dry before
contact.
STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR if condition worsens or does not improve after
regular use of this product as
directed.
IF PREGNANT OR BREAST FEEDING, ask a health professional before use.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center
right away.
DIRECTIONS
™
DIRECTIONS
Shake the can before use.
Invert the can to dispense. Upright dispensing will cause loss of
propellant.
Apply to affected areas one to four times daily or as directed by a
doctor.
OTHER INFORMATION
Contents under pressure. Do not puncture or incinerate.
Store at 68°-77°F (20°-25°C).
Do not expose to heat or at temperatures above 120°F (49°C).
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