Diethranol Ointement. 15gm 0.5%

Diethranol Ointement. 15gm 0.5% is an ointment for alopecia areata (patchy hair loss). It is a dispensing preparation that contains dithranol (diethranol) 0.5% in white soft paraffin. Pack size: 15gm.

Uses of Diethranol Ointement. 15gm 0.5%

Diethranol Ointement. 15gm 0.5% is used for alopecia areata (patchy hair loss). Use it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has advised, and do not use it for longer than recommended.

Ingredients

Dithranol (diethranol) 0.5% in white soft paraffin.

How Diethranol Ointement. 15gm 0.5% works

Dithranol slows down the overproduction of skin cells that causes the thick, scaly plaques of psoriasis. It also has anti-inflammatory effects, so with regular use over several weeks the plaques gradually flatten and clear, often leaving temporary staining behind.

Possible side effects

Most people use this product without problems. Some may notice:

• Reddish-brown staining of the skin
• Purple-brown staining of hair, clothes and bathroom fittings
• Burning or stinging

Precautions

• It can stain skin, hair and clothes, so apply it carefully and wash your hands afterwards.
• Do a small patch test first, and keep it away from the eyes, lips, inside of the nose and broken skin unless your doctor says otherwise.
• Stop using it and see your doctor if you notice severe redness, swelling, blistering or a rash.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using it on children, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Keep out of reach of children and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.