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Chinese ointment for psoriasis
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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
[ATC classification
Pharmacological group
Pharmachologic effect
Pharmacodynamics
The therapeutic effect of the Qing Dai ointment is provided by the following plant components: a vanishing dye (Ban Lan Gen or Radix Isatidis), Qing Dai (Indigo Naturalis), an Amur velor bark (Huang Bai or Cortex Phellodendri).
In the annotation to the preparation, the presence of anti-inflammatory effects in indorubin and isatin, which are included in these plants, is noted, which block the tissue immune response and inhibit the proliferation of skin keratinocytes.
Also, the substances of Amur velvet cortex (berberine, β-sitosterol, stigmasterol) have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal properties (the mechanism of action is not specified). Fatty base ointment - olive oil - softens the skin and retains moisture.
Use of the chinese ointment for psoriasis during pregnancy
Information regarding whether Chinese ointment can be used against psoriasis during pregnancy is not available.
Shelf life
Shelf life of the ointment is 24 months.
Attention!
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Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.