Keralin Ointment

Short Description

Keralin Ointment is a combination medicine used to treat psoriasis, removing dead skin cells and softening the skin, minimizing symptoms of inflammation such as skin redness, swelling, and itching.

Dosage Form

Ointment

Introduction

Keralin Ointment 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.

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.

Side Effects

Itching Dryness Redness Burning sensation at the application site

Breastfeeding Warning

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution.

Pregnancy Warning

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution.

Keralin Ointment is a combination of three medicines: Benzoic Acid, Hydrocortisone, and Salicylic Acid. Benzoic Acid is an antiseptic. Hydrocortisone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy. Salicylic Acid is a keratolytic medicine which breaks down keratin clumps, removes dead skin cells, and softens the skin. It also enhances the absorption of Hydrocortisone into the skin.

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 Keralin Ointment. Apply it as a thin layer onto a clean, dry, unbroken infected area of skin. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas. Use moisturizer regularly to overcome the skin dryness during the course of treatment.