Polytar Topical Liquid

Polytar 1.0 %

10mg/g

STIEFEL LABORATORIES (IRELAND) LIMITED

Pack size	150ml Bottle
Dispensing mode	P
Source	IRELAND
Agent	PHARMATRADE
Retail Price	AED

Indications

Polytar Topical Liquid is used for: Psoriasis, Eczema, Itchy, Flaking scalps, Seborrhoea, Dandruff

Adult Dose

Scalp Psoriasis & Seborrhea Apply to wet hair/scalp, lather for several minutes, then rinse thoroughly & repeat. Application frequency depends on severity (two times/week to qDay) .

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity

Precautions

This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: current severe flare-up of psoriasis. This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Be sure to completely wash off the medication before going out into the sun. Avoid sun exposure, tanning booths, and sunlamps for at least 24 hours after using this medication unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Other medications may also increase your sun sensitivity.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Polytar 1.0 % : Skin/scalp irritation or staining of skin/hair (especially in patients with blonde, bleached, dyed, or gray hair) may occur. Long-term use of this product can cause hair follicle problems (tar acne). A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.

Mechanism of Action

Keratolytic agent; elicits antiseptic & antibacterial properties.

Note

Polytar 10mg/g Topical Liquid manufactured by STIEFEL LABORATORIES (IRELAND) LIMITED. Its generic name is Polytar 1.0 %. Polytar is availble in United Arab Emirates. Farmaco UAE drug index information on Polytar Topical Liquid is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.