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There are a few Over the Counter psoriasis treatment options, which may sufficiently help some people with psoriasis.
OTC psoriasis treatment solutions are usually less potent than other psoriasis treatments, such as topical steroids, biologics, cytostatics etc.
At the same time Over the Counter psoriasis treatments usually possess notably less side effects and they often may sufficiently improve the state of mild to moderate psoriasis.
OTC Psoriasis Treatment Options Approved by the FDA
The 2 OTC psoriasis treatments approved by the FDA are Salicylic Acid and Coal Tar.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid is a scale remover rather than a full-fledged psoriasis treatment. Nevertheless many psoriasis sufferers report that sal acid helps them to get rid of their psoriatic plaques altogether.
Salicylic acid normalizes skin cell formation, softens and removes the scales, and inhibits bacterial growth on the skin.
Sal acid Over the Counter psoriasis treatment solutions are available in up to 3% concentrations. (more on Salicylic Acid and Psoriasis)
Coal Tar
Coal Tar is a very common Over the Counter psoriasis treatment.
Coal Tar slows down the abnormally high production of the skin cells, reduces the skin inflammation and itching, reduces the scaling, and inhibits bacterial growth on the skin.
Coal Tar OTC psoriasis treatment solutions are available in up to 5% concentrations. (more on Coal Tar and Psoriasis)
Alternative OTC Psoriasis Treatment Solutions
Out of a large number of the alternative Over the Counter psoriasis treatment options, the most notable are: Aloe Vera, Apple Cider Vinegar, Capsaicin and various Natural Oils for both external and internal use.
Oils and Fats
Various oils and fats have been also reported to sufficiently help in psoriasis treatment.
Oils and fats for psoriasis include: fish oil, olive oil, evening primrose oil, tea tree oil, borage oil, castor oil, emu oil, oregano oil, avocado oil, jojoba oil, neem oil, hemp oil, argan oil, virgin coconut oil, kukui oil and others.
Oils work due to their content of various Fatty Acids (Omega-3, 6 and 9), Saturated fat content and sometimes - the fat soluble vitamins content.
Oils for psoriasis treatment can be bought Over the Counter, at food stores and health food stores. (more on Oils and Fats and Psoriasis)
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is a plant that has been used for thousands of years in treatment of various skin disorders, including psoriasis.
Aloe Vera is generally used in a form of a commercial OTC cream, but some psoriasis sufferers prefer to use topically the natural juice of Aloe Vera leafs. (more on Aloe Vera and Psoriasis)
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar is another alternative Over the Counter psoriasis solution. It may be used both - topically and/or internally.
ACV seems to be capable of restoring the pH balance both of the skin and of the gastrointestinal tract, which may be very beneficial for the people with psoriasis.
Apple Cider Vinegar is also a very potent natural disinfectant. (more on Apple Cider Vinegar and Psoriasis)
Capsaicin
Capsaicin is a natural ingredient found in hot Cayenne peppers. Capsaicin is an ingredient in many "hot" foods.
Capsaicin is often used in the OTC pain-relievers.
Some studies, as well as some psoriasis sufferers state that Capsaicin may be effective in psoriasis treatment - both internally and topically. (more on Capsaicin and Psoriasis)
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