A Profile of Psoria in the treatment of psoriasis

Existing Condition

Treatment after 1 week

Treatment after 4 weeks

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Psoriasis Medication - A Profile of Psoria Ointment

Psoria ointment is a new treatment for managing the symptoms of psoriasis, such as itching, inflammation, dryness and flakiness of the skin, as well as helping to manage the skin infections often associated with psoriasis. Psoria ointment can generally be used in conjunction with other psoriasis medications.

Psoria ointment was designed with the help of psoriasis patients, reviewing the latest medical research, and in response to patient requests for rapid relief of symptoms, particularly itching.

Psoria Benefits

Fast Acting
Many psoriasis treatments take days or weeks to alleviate symptoms, whereas most Psoria patients report significant relief after the first application.

Excellent Safety Profile
Psoria was developed with safety, especially in relation to children, as the primary consideration. Psoria is very mild on skin.

No Steroids
See our page on Problems with Steroids, coal tar or Salicylic Acid.

Natural Antibiotics
Many of the ingredients in Psoria have natural anti-bacterial, anti-fungal or anti-viral actions. These properties minimise the risk of infections developing in psoriasis affected skin, which could worsen the condition. When using Psoria, it is unlikely that anti-biotic creams would also be needed.

All Natural
All the components in Psoria are naturally derived. All the therapeutic ingredients have long histories across a number of cultures, demonstrating safety and efficacy.

Sunlight in a Jar
Psoria contains natural vitamin D which is designed to provide a small daily supply similar to the amount of vitamin D naturally produced by the skin in response to sunshine. Many regions of the world do not have sufficient sunlight for vitamin D production for many months of the year. Vitamin D is vital for skin health.

Case Study

Linda is a 16 year old female with a long history of treatment resistant psoriasis. The psoriasis presents as large long term lesions on both elbows with occasional scalp, knee and body involvement. The elbow lesions are very scaly and there is significant itching.

Psoria was started twice daily. After one day there was marked improvement in itching and redness. After one week scaling was markedly reduced. After 4 weeks the lesions continue to reduce in size, being replaced by normal skin tissue.

Linda is very happy with the improvement in her psoriasis. Her improved confidence is an important benefit.

Therapeutic Natural Ingredients
The review of medical information showed that many very effective natural compounds were being overlooked in the treatment of psoriasis. Psoria contains the best of these researched compounds.

Here are some of the twenty ingredients used in Psoria and the latest evidence supporting their benefits.

	Compound		Research Results
	Emu Oil		Anti-inflammatory [1], anti-microbial.
	Chamomile german Oil		Anti-allergenic [2], anti-inflammatory. Stimulates liver regeneration. Enhanced ulcer healing. Anti-microbial, anti-tumor activity.
	Rosemary Oil		High degree of skin penetration. Anti-microbial. Inhibits complement (a part of the inflammatory system) [3]. Reduces production of leukotriene B4 (an inflammatory messenger in white cells). Smooth muscle relaxant.
	Lavender Oil		Local anaesthetic [4], sedative, calming action [5], inhibits immediate type allergic reactions [6].
	Tea tree Oil		At least 8 anti-bacterial [7] compounds. Activity against many bacteria including golden staph, which commonly infects psoriasis. High degree of skin penetration. Anti-fungal, anti-viral.
	Vitamin D		Helps control skin cell turnover (high in psoriasis).

Psoria contains a soothing essential oil base, free of steroids, tar, added salicylic acid, sulfur or synthetic vitamin A compounds.

Safety
Psoria, being formulated with premium quality oils, is particularly gentle on skin. As such, Psoria is suitable for children with psoriasis, and eczema (it is recommended to discuss your use of Psoria with your doctor). Psoria contains no steroids to affect young growth.

Psoria is safe to use in quite large quantities. Do not exceed 2 jars (100g = 3½ ounces) per week. For further dosage, safety and product information, see Psoria Product Information via our Downloads page.

Psoria is pleasant to use with no harsh odours. Psoria is not tested on animals.

Psoria is designed for minimal skin irritation or sensitisation. If irritation or rash develops, discontinue use.

Psoria contains naturally occurring vitamin D, which is vital for skin health. Unlike other products, vitamin D is present in Psoria in a low concentration to minimise irritation and effects on body calcium.

Psoria contains no artificial colouring, its blueness is due to azulene, a therapeutic compound in chamomile german. Nutri-Pharm uses only the highest grade of chamomile german and its purity creates the rich blue colour in Psoria.

Psoria is a non prescription medication.

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[1] J. Snowden, P. O'Malley, T. Ellis, Emu oil: It's Anti-Inflammatory Properties, Oct 1999, Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation, Australia, 1999, Publication No. 99/133.
[2] C. Mann and E. Staba, "The Chemistry, Pharmacology and Commercial Formulations of Chamomile", Herbs, Spices and Medicinal Plants: Recent Advances in Botany, Horticulture and Pharmacology, Vol. 1, pages: 233-280.
[3] Pharmacology of Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis Linn) and Its Therapeutic Potentials. Indian J. Exp Biol 1999 Feb; 37 (2): pages: 124-130.
[4] Local Anaesthetic Activity of the Essential Oil of Lavandula angustifolia, Planta Med 1999 Dec; 65 (8): pages: 700-703.
[5] Studies on the Mode of Action of the Essential Oil of Lavender (lavandula angustifolia), Phytother Res 1999 Sept; 13 (6): pages: 540-542.
[6] Lavender Oil Inhibits Immediate Type Allergic Reaction in Mice and Rats. Kim H.M., Cho S.H., J Pharm Pharmacol 1999 Feb; 51 (2): pages: 221-226.
[7] Anti-Microbial Activity of Tea Tree Oil, Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation, Australia, 1998, Publication No. 98/70.
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