Coal Tar Solution / Ointment (LCD 5–10%)

Prescription / Compounded India

Generic / Compounding Pharmacy · India

Price: ₹50–₹200

Description

Coal tar preparations (Liquor Carbonis Detergens, LCD) are among the oldest and most effective topical treatments for psoriasis. Coal tar reduces keratinocyte proliferation, suppresses inflammation, and has anti-itch properties. Still widely compounded by Indian pharmacists for psoriasis management.

Active Compounds

No tracked compounds

Full Ingredient List (INCI)

  • Coal Tar Solution (LCD)
  • Salicylic Acid
  • White Soft Paraffin
  • Emulsifying Ointment Base

Suitable Skin Types

All skin types (prescription use)

Key Features

  • Time-tested psoriasis treatment
  • Anti-proliferative, anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic
  • Often compounded with salicylic acid
  • Used in Goeckerman regimen with phototherapy
  • Strong odour and staining — cosmetic limitation

Usage

Apply to psoriasis plaques once or twice daily. Often left on overnight and washed off in the morning. May stain clothing.

Available Sizes

50 g100 gCompounded to order

Related Conditions

Psoriasis Traditional anti-proliferative coal tar for chronic plaque psoriasis Seborrheic Dermatitis Coal tar for scalp seborrheic dermatitis

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