Coal Tar
Psoriasin is a topical brand-name medication containing coal tar, used to treat symptoms of psoriasis and other skin conditions. It helps reduce scaling, itching, and inflammation by slowing down excessive skin cell growth. The medication is applied directly to affected areas of the skin.
Psoriasin is a coal tar-based topical treatment for psoriasis that reduces scaling, itching, and inflammation.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 669595
- Generic
- Psoriasin
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Psoriasin is used to treat plaque psoriasis and other chronic skin conditions characterized by scaling, itching, and inflammation. It may also be used for seborrheic dermatitis and eczema.
The active ingredient, coal tar, works by slowing down rapid skin cell growth and reducing scaling, while also helping to relieve itching and inflammation associated with skin conditions.
For external use only. May stain clothing or bedding and has a strong odor. May increase sun sensitivity; avoid prolonged sun exposure. Do not use on broken, infected, or inflamed skin. Consult a healthcare provider if symptoms worsen or do not improve after several weeks of use.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy