Coaltar Pharmacology

Coaltar

About Coaltar
Topical Skin Product, Antidandruff,In seborrheic dermatitis, Anti psoriatic.
Mechanism of Action of Coaltar
Coaltar decreases the production of epidermal cells and inhibits mitosis through removal of oxygen in the skin. After exposure to sunlight there is an interaction between peroxides of Coaltar and sulfhydryl group of epidermis and leads to decreased epidermal proliferation. Coal tar produces antiproliferative and anti- inflammatory actions
Shampoo and soap preparations may exert their action through absorption into the epidermis and enhancement of scale removal. Coal tar preparations also possess antipruritic, antiseptic, astringent, antifungal, vasoconstrictive, and photosensitizing properties
Pharmacokinets of Coaltar
N/A
Onset of Action for Coaltar
N/A
Duration of Action for Coaltar
N/A
Half Life of Coaltar
N/A
Side Effects of Coaltar
1.Irritation
2.Folliculitis
3.Photosensitivity

Contra-indications of Coaltar
1 Hypersensitivity to Coaltar
2.Acute onset psoriasis
3.Guttate psoriasis
4.Pustular psoriasis
5.Erythrodermic psoriasis
6.Inflamed or broken areas of skin
Special Precautions while taking Coaltar
1 Prolonged use
2.Avoid exposure to sunlight
3.Stain skin, clothes and Hair
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
NEONATES: contraindicated
Indications for Coaltar
1.Psoriasis
2.Atopic dermatitis
3.Seborrheic dermatitis
4.Chronic eczemas
5.Pityriasis Alba
6.Fungal infection
7.Dandruff
Interactions for Coaltar
N/A
Typical Dosage for Coaltar
Topical: 1-10 % cream, gel, lotion, ointment, paste or shampoo
Apply ointment or solution on affected area and exposed to sunlight daily
For coal bath use 100ml of liquid coal tar in 150-250 liters of water in a tub
Schedule of Coaltar
N/A
Storage Requirements for Coaltar
Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Coaltar
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Coaltar
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment

Home Delivery for Coaltar in Your City

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However, we do publish a comprehensive directory of Pharmacies, Chemists and Druggists in cities all over India. You can use this directory to find the medicine stores in your city (or area) that provide home delivery services for coaltar and other medicines and health products. Home delivery services for coaltar may be free or they may cost you depending on the pharmacy and the minimum order requirements. It would be best to get this clarified while placing the order.

Please be aware that you should take coaltar only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for coaltar before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for coaltar with the pharmacy.

Coaltar is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for coaltar might be better known than coaltar itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have coaltar in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for coaltar.