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Medical Conditions - Plaque Psoriasis

Plaque psoriasis is a skin disorder causing red patches covered with white dead cells on the skin, commonly affecting the elbows, knees, and scalp. It occurs genetically and due to some triggering agents. It is treated by applying topical medicines, such as corticosteroids, Salicylic acid, and coal tar.

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Types of Psoriasis: An Overview

This skin disease is very diverse; different types can manifest in other ways with various symptoms and causes. Read the article to know more.

6 min readJanuary 28, 2025

Ustekinumab Injection for Plaque Psoriasis: Uses, Administration, Side Effects and Pharmacology

Adults and children six years of age and older with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis are treated with Ustekinumab injection. Read further to learn more.

11 min readOctober 24, 2024

Roflumilast Cream for Plaque Psoriasis - An Insight

Plaque psoriasis is a skin disorder characterized by red patches and white scales that do not go away. It is treated with Roflumilast topical cream.

8 min readSeptember 27, 2024

Tapinarof for Plaque Psoriasis: Usage, Pharmacology, and Side Effects

The first topical medication for plaque psoriasis to be licensed is Tapinarof. Continue reading to learn more.

8 min readAugust 19, 2024

Plaque Psoriasis - An Overview

Plaque psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition causing raised, red, scaly patches on the skin. Read to know more about it.

5 min readJanuary 29, 2024

Risankizumab - Uses, Mechanism of Action, Precautions, and Side Effects

Risankizumab is used in adults who qualify for systemic therapy or phototherapy and have moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.

12 min readDecember 2, 2022