Exsora Ointment


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer NuLife Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient Benzoic Acid (6% w/w) + Salicylic Acid (3% w/w) + Ichtyolammonium (2% w/w) + Triamcinolone Acetonide (0.01% w/w)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
User Rating4.8
User Reviews320

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Exsora?
If you miss a dose of Exsora, 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.
Answer

Exsora Ointment Reviews

Exsora 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 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.

How Exsora Ointment Works

Exsora 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.

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.

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 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. Use it at least 2-3 times a day or as prescribed. You may see a change in your skin appearance after few weeks.

Uses of Exsora Ointment

  • Treatment of Psoriasis

Exsora Ointment Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Exsora during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Exsora 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.

Quick Tips

  • 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.
  • Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
  • It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
  • Apply it as a thin layer onto a clean, dry, unbroken infected area of skin.
  • Exsora is used for the treatment of psoriasis.
  • Use moisturizer regularly to overcome the skin dryness during the course of treatment.

References

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

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