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Coal tar

Use controls the symptom of: dandruff seborrheic dermatitis psoriasis

Drug FactsLabel updated 2024-05-09

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Drug facts

Used for
  • For the relief of these symptoms associated with psoriasis and/or seborrheic dermatitis ■ itching ■ scaling ■ flaking ■ redness ■ irritation of the skin.
  • Helps prevent recurrence.
How to take it
Directions Apply to affected areas 1 to 4 times daily or as directed by a physician.

What it is used for

For the relief of these symptoms associated with psoriasis and/or seborrheic dermatitis ■ itching ■ scaling ■ flaking ■ redness ■ irritation of the skin. Helps prevent recurrence.

What it does

Purpose

Psoriasis, Seborrheic Dermatitis, Dandruff Treatment

How to take it

Directions Apply to affected areas 1 to 4 times daily or as directed by a physician.

While you are taking it

When using this product ■ Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. ■ Not recommended for use on scalp unless directed by a physician, ointment may be difficult to remove from hair.

Side effects, and when to stop

Stop use and ask a doctor if ■ condition worsens ■ condition does not improve after regular use of this product as directed. Use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product, as it may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application.

What to say before you start

Ask a doctor before use ■ for prolonged periods ■ if condition covers a large area of the body ■ around the rectum or in the genital area or groin ■ with other forms of psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs ■ do not use for prolonged periods without consulting a physician.

Warnings

Warnings For external use only. Use only as directed.

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Active ingredient

Active ingredient

Coal Tar 2% (from Coal Tar Topical Solution, USP 20%)

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NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Coal tar; [reviewed 2026 Aug 2; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/coal-tar

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 2). Coal tar. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/coal-tar

AMA 11th

Coal tar. sofidex. Reviewed August 2, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/coal-tar

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