Medications associated with Psoriasis
Ingredients whose current FDA labeling lists an association with psoriasis, extracted from manufacturer submissions via NIH DailyMed.
Label-linked ingredients
Acitretin
Acitretin capsules are indicated for the treatment of severe psoriasis in adults. Because of significant adver...
Anthralin
Zithranol Shampoo for the treatment of scalp psoriasis in subjects 12 years of age and older (see PRECAUTIONS)...
Brodalumab
SILIQ® (brodalumab) is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in adult patients wh...
Calcipotriene
Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Topical Suspension is indicated for the topical treatment of plaq...
Clobetasol
CLOBEX® (clobetasol propionate) Lotion, 0.05% is a super-high potent corticosteroid formulation indicated for ...
Cyclosporine
Kidney, Liver, and Heart Transplantation Cyclosporine capsules (modified) is indicated for the prophylaxis of ...
Fluocinolone Acetonide
Fluocinolone acetonide topical oil, 0.01% is a low to medium potency corticosteroid indicated: In adult patien...
Icotrokinra
ICOTYDE is indicated for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in adults and pediatric patients...
Methoxsalen
Photochemotherapy (Methoxsalen with long wave UVA radiation) is indicated for the symptomatic control of sever...
Spesolimab
SPEVIGO is indicated for the treatment of generalized pustular psoriasis (GPP) in adults and pediatric patient...
Tazarotene
TAZORAC® (tazarotene) Gel 0.05% and 0.1% are indicated for the topical treatment of patients with stable plaqu...
Tildrakizumab
ILUMYA® is indicated for the treatment of moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in aduts who are candidates for ...
Urea
Indications and Usage For debridement and promotion of normal healing of hyperkeratotic surface lesions, parti...
Lab tests that investigate psoriasis
Frequently Asked Questions
What medications are used for psoriasis?
The medications listed above are associated with psoriasis in current FDA-approved labeling as reported by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. Only a qualified prescriber can determine appropriate treatment.
Do these medications cure psoriasis?
This site does not provide treatment advice. The list reflects labeled associations, not recommendations. Discuss options, risks, and benefits with your healthcare provider.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content only. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.