Coal Tar Cream is used for the treatment of psoriasis. Soritar Cream provides keratoplastic and antipruritic effects, helping to reduce scaling and itching associated with psoriasis.

Coal tar possesses antipruritic, keratoplastic, and keratolytic properties. It helps reduce excessive turnover of epidermal cells. It is commonly applied topically, either alone or in combination with other agents (such as salicylic acid or sulfur), to manage conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis.

Adults and children over 12 years of age: Ensure that the lesions are clean. Apply a thin layer of Coal Tar Cream two or three times a day on to the affected areas massage in gently and leave to dry.

For young children under 12 years of age and the elderly: The emulsion may be diluted by mixing it with a few drops of cooled freshly boiled in the palm of the hand.

For topical application only.

Coal Tar should not be used in patients who are sensitive to coal tar or any of its ingredients, or in those with folliculitis and acne vulgaris. It is also contraindicated in conditions associated with photosensitivity, such as lupus erythematosus or allergy to sunlight, and should not be applied to inflamed or broken skin. This cream is for external use only and may cause skin irritation; if irritation occurs, treatment should be reassessed and discontinued if necessary. Since coal tar increases the skin’s sensitivity to sunlight, direct sun exposure should be avoided after application. It should be used with caution near the eyes and mucous membranes, and if it accidentally enters the eyes, they should be rinsed thoroughly with normal saline or clean water. The cream should not be applied to the genital or rectal areas and must be used carefully on the face to avoid contact with the eyes. Additionally, hydrogenated polyoxyl castor oil may cause skin reactions, while methyl and propyl hydroxybenzoates may lead to allergic or delayed hypersensitivity reactions.

Coal Tar Cream may cause skin and subcutaneous tissue reactions such as irritation, increased sensitivity to sunlight, and acne-like eruptions. There have been reports of an increased risk of skin cancer in patients with psoriasis when Coal Tar Cream is used in combination with UVB radiation. However, epidemiological studies on the use of Coal Tar Cream alone have not provided conclusive evidence regarding this risk. Therefore, the potential for toxicity should be carefully considered before prescribing this product.

There is no clear evidence confirming the safety of coal tar use in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Although coal tar preparations have been used for many years without obvious harmful effects, no adverse impact on the child is expected when used appropriately. However, it is recommended that during pregnancy and lactation, coal tar should be used only occasionally, in low concentrations, and on a limited area of the body. Its use during the first trimester of pregnancy should be avoided.

There is no evidence that excessive use of topical Coal Tar Cream causes significant harm, apart from possible hypersensitivity reactions to coal tar. However, if the cream is accidentally ingested, gastric lavage may be required depending on the amount consumed, and treatment should be managed symptomatically.

Coal-tar preparations

Keep in a cool, dry place and protect from light.