What medicine does psoriasis use
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Psoriasis is a chronic disease, I am sick because of infection, medicine is an important means of treatment, it is not easy to get good results, correct medication and continuous adherence is necessary. Let's take a look at the drugs for psoriasis.
What medicine does psoriasis use
Drug 1: vitamin D3 analogues, including calcipotriol, tacalcitol and so on, are effective for plaque psoriasis. Calcipotriol cream, ointment and lotion, applied externally twice a day, usually works within 8 weeks. Long term use will not produce dependence. The combination of glucocorticoid and UVB can improve the curative effect. Patients with bone diseases, calcium metabolism disorders and renal insufficiency should be cautious to avoid hypercalcemia.
Drug 2: glucocorticoid topical glucocorticoid is still the commonly used treatment for psoriasis. The head and palms and soles should be treated with strong hormone, and the weak hormone is suitable for the face and the rubbing part. Ointment and cream are commonly used in general parts. The head must be treated with solution (propylene glycol) and gel. Local encapsulation therapy can significantly improve the intensity of action.
Drug 3: immunotherapy and biological agent therapy, cyclosporine A, tacrolimus, mycophenolate mofetil and other immunosuppressants are currently used in severe psoriasis with good curative effect. Some new biological agents, such as etanercept (etanercept), a cytokine blocker, are new progress in the treatment of psoriasis. However, the price of this drug is relatively expensive, and there will be some adverse reactions. Clinical medication needs to observe the specific efficacy.
matters needing attention
Eliminate mental tension factors, avoid fatigue, pay attention to rest. The living conditions should be dry, ventilated and convenient for bathing. Psoriasis is very easy to relapse, patients should pay attention to adhere to the treatment, do a good job in the usual health care measures to prevent recurrence.
