Prescription Medications for Psoriasis

Calcipotriene cream is a topical medication used to treat plaque psoriasis, a chronic skin condition that causes thick, scaly patches. It is a synthetic form of vitamin D3 that works by slowing the excessive growth of skin cells, which helps reduce scaling, redness, and plaque thickness. Calcipotriene is typically applied to affected areas once or twice daily, and improvement is usually seen within a few weeks. It is not intended for use on the face, groin, or underarms, as these areas are more sensitive to irritation.

Fluocinonide is a topical prescription-strength corticosteroid used to treat skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and allergic rashes. It works by calming inflammation in the skin, reducing redness, itching, and swelling. Fluocinonide is typically applied directly to the affected areas and helps restore comfort and skin health by suppressing the immune response that causes irritation.

Tazarotene cream is a topical retinoid used to treat acne, psoriasis, and signs of skin aging. It works by regulating skin cell growth and reducing inflammation, which helps unclog pores, smooth rough patches, and promote even skin tone. As a vitamin A derivative, tazarotene increases cell turnover, leading to clearer skin over time. Due to its potency, it may cause dryness, redness, or peeling, so using a moisturizer and sunscreen is recommended during treatment.

Mometasone furoate solution is a corticosteroid medication used to reduce inflammation and relieve symptoms such as itching, redness, and swelling caused by certain skin or scalp conditions. It works by calming the immune response in the affected area, helping improve comfort and promote healing.

Clobetasol shampoo is a prescription medication used to treat scalp conditions such as scalp psoriasis. It works by reducing inflammation, redness, and itching on the scalp. This shampoo contains a strong corticosteroid that helps calm the immune response in the skin, providing relief from irritation and improving scalp health.

Fluocinonide is a topical prescription-strength corticosteroid used to treat skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and allergic rashes. It works by calming inflammation in the skin, reducing redness, itching, and swelling. Fluocinonide is typically applied directly to the affected areas and helps restore comfort and skin health by suppressing the immune response that causes irritation.

Fluocinonide is a topical prescription-strength corticosteroid used to treat skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and allergic rashes. It works by calming inflammation in the skin, reducing redness, itching, and swelling. Fluocinonide is typically applied directly to the affected areas and helps restore comfort and skin health by suppressing the immune response that causes irritation.

Tazarotene gel is a topical retinoid used primarily to treat acne and plaque psoriasis. It works by normalizing skin cell growth and reducing inflammation, which helps clear blocked pores and reduce scaling or thickened patches of skin. Applied directly to affected areas, tazarotene can improve the appearance of skin over several weeks with consistent use. As with other retinoids, it may cause dryness or irritation, especially when first starting treatment, and sun protection is recommended during use due to increased skin sensitivity.