Exorex Lotion: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

Exorex Lotion is a topical skin lotion containing a prepared coal tar solution in an emulsion base, used to manage symptoms of mild-to-moderate psoriasis such as scaling, skin thickening, redness, and itching. It works by slowing excessive skin cell shedding and reduces build-up of dead skin cells. It does not contain corticosteroids and has a milder odor than many traditional coal tar preparations, making it suitable for regular use as advised by a doctor or pharmacist.

What is Exorex Lotion

Exorex Lotion is a topical skin lotion containing a prepared coal tar solution in an emulsion base. It belongs to the miscellaneous topical agents drug class and is used on the skin to manage symptoms of psoriasis.

Exorex Lotion uses

• Relieves symptoms of mild-to-moderate psoriasis, including scaling, skin thickening, redness, and itching
• Supports normal skin cell shedding and reduces the build-up of dead skin cells
• Helps soften the outer layer of the skin

Benefits of Exorex Lotion

• Eases chronic itching, inflammation, and scaling associated with psoriasis
• Does not contain corticosteroids, making it suitable for regular or long-term use as advised by a pharmacist or doctor
• Has a milder odor than many traditional raw coal tar preparations

How Exorex Lotion works

Coal tar works by slowing down the excessive shedding and overproduction of skin cells, which helps reduce scaling, redness, and itching in conditions like psoriasis.

Exorex Lotion dosage

Apply a thin layer to the affected area two to three times daily, or as directed by your physician. Gently rub into the skin until fully absorbed. Do not apply to broken or infected skin unless instructed to do so. Wash your hands before and after application. Avoid sun exposure on medicated areas. Do not apply to broken, inflamed, or infected skin, open wounds, the face, or the genital and rectal areas. Avoid direct sunlight or sunbathing on treated skin after application. Do not smoke or go near open flames while using it, since fabric or bedding that touches it can catch fire more easily.

Available forms and strengths

• Lotion
• Shampoo
• Gel
• Cream
• Scalp moisturiser

Side effects of Exorex Lotion

Common

• Localized skin irritation, itching, dryness
• Mild acne-like skin reaction (folliculitis)
• Mild stinging, especially for gel and solution forms

Serious

• Skin irritation not present before use of this medicine
• Skin rash

Warnings and precautions

• Coal tar increases skin sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) light, so direct sunlight or sunbathing should be avoided after applying this medicine.
• This medicine may temporarily discolor blond, bleached, or tinted hair, and can stain skin or clothing.
• Clothing or bedding that touches this medicine can catch fire or burn more easily, so avoid smoking or going near open flames while using it.
• Do not apply to broken, inflamed, or infected skin, open wounds, the face, or the genital and rectal areas.
• In animal studies, coal tar has been shown to increase the chance of skin cancer.
• Some ingredients in this product may cause allergic reactions.
• Pregnancy: The official product information recommends seeking medical advice before use during pregnancy because adequate safety information is limited.
• Breastfeeding: Use requires professional assessment. Avoid application to areas where an infant could ingest the product.
• Kidney: No routine renal dosage adjustment is established for topical Exorex Lotion.
• Liver: No standard hepatic dosage adjustment is established. Extensive use in patients with serious medical conditions requires professional evaluation.
• Alcohol: No major direct interaction with alcoholic beverages has been established.
• Driving: Exorex Lotion is not generally associated with sedation or impaired alertness.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight
• Do not freeze
• Keep out of the reach of children

When to see a doctor

• Stop using the medicine and get medical help if you notice new skin irritation that was not present before use, or a skin rash.
• If side effects become serious or do not go away, stop using the product and seek emergency medical help as soon as possible.

Alternatives

• Calcipotriol Cream
• Coal Tar Cream
• Coal Tar Shampoo