Trikare 0.2% Lotion is a medicine used in the treatment of vitiligo and psoriasis. It reduces the overproduction of skin cells and helps to re-pigment the discolored, white patches.

Is used in psoriasis

Uses of Trikare Lotion

Benefits of Trikare Lotion

In Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its natural color in patches. Trikare 0.2% Lotion effectively blocks that process in the skin that leads to discoloration. It also reduces any redness, rash, pain, or itchiness that may be caused by this condition. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use it as prescribed to get the full benefits.

In Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Trikare 0.2% Lotion reduces the scaly, itchy patches along with other symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, or irritation which may develop on the different parts of the body. Use it for as long as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. It may take several months to become fully effective. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

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Side effects of Trikare Lotion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Trikare

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Blisters on skin

How to use Trikare Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Trikare Lotion works

Trikare 0.2% Lotion is a photosensitive medication used with UV-A rays. It works by activating certain skin cells (melanocytes) and helps repigment the discolored, white patches in vitiligo. Trikare 0.2% Lotion also slows down the rapid growth of skin cells in psoriasis. This reduces scaling and thickening of the skin.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Trikare 0.2% Lotion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Trikare 0.2% Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Trikare 0.2% Lotion is given for the treatment of skin disorders like vitiligo and psoriasis.
Take this treatment (Trikare 0.2% Lotion and UVA) two or three times a week with the treatment spaced at least forty-eight hours apart.
Do not increase the amount of Trikare 0.2% Lotion if you are spending extra time in the sunlight or under an ultraviolet lamp.
Use sunscreen with your doctor’s consultation and wear UVA-absorbing wrap-around sunglasses following treatment with Trikare 0.2% Lotion.
Wear clothing that protects your skin from the sun.
Be careful before applying anything to your skin to treat dryness and itchiness caused by Trikare 0.2% Lotion.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Psoralens Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Psoralen & derivatives

Patient concerns

vitiligo on lips, my father also vitiligo

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Difficult to treat, you should visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment

She is having white/pink patches on lip(differing the lip color). Earlier she was having blister (?????)on lip. What is it?

Dr. Banashree Majumdar

Dermatology

It is Post herpetic leucoderma which may progress to frank vitiligo.

Treatment for vitiligo Last 6 yr I suffering vitiligo in my fingers and leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Treatment depends upon Severity of disease. Best Treatment is NBUVB @ a skin Clinic. NBUVB three times a week. Apply Tacvido Forte Cream ( Tacrolimus Cream 0.1% ) for application once daily for 1 month. Momate / Etaze cream once daily for 2 weeks. Tab. Patchex once daily for 2 months. Contact - SkinAid Clinic Gurgaon , 9XXXXXX

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Marketer details

Name: Dermakare Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Address: 32 Basant Vihar, Choti Mukhani, Haldwani Nainital, Uttarakhand

Country of origin: India

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