Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
HOW SUPPLIED Scored tablets, off white in color with green speckles, with LL and score imprinted on same side, in child-resistant and tamper-resistant bottles of 100. NDC 61480-124-05.; PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 Tablet Bottle NDC 61480-124-05 Homeopathic Medication PSORIZIDE ® ULTRA Indicated for treatment of ECZEMA & SEBORRHEA 100 Tablets Chemical Structure
- HOW SUPPLIED Scored tablets, off white in color with green speckles, with LL and score imprinted on same side, in child-resistant and tamper-resistant bottles of 100. NDC 61480-124-05.
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 Tablet Bottle NDC 61480-124-05 Homeopathic Medication PSORIZIDE ® ULTRA Indicated for treatment of ECZEMA & SEBORRHEA 100 Tablets Chemical Structure
Overview
PSORIZIDE ® ULTRA is a biochemical homeopathic medication indicated for the treatment of eczema and seborrhea . 24-26 The active ingredients in each PSORIZIDE ® ULTRA tablet consist of the following: Potassium Bromide (Kali Bromatum) 1X, Nickel Sulphate (Niccolum Sulphuricum) 1X and Zinc Bromide (Zincum Bromatum) 4x. These drug ingredients are listed in the Homoeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States (HPUS). 1 Inactive ingredients: Lactose and Magnesium Stearate. Pharmacological class: Homeopathic drug Dosage form: Oral 300 mg scored tablet. May be swallowed whole, chewed or dissolved in the mouth and swallowed.
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS PSORIZIDE ® ULTRA is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe eczema, atopic dermatitis, seborrhea and seborrheic dermatitis. It has been found to work well with variety of combination therapies. Psoriasis also responds, but generally has a more favorable response to PSORIZIDE ® Forte (NDC 61480-255-05.)
Dosage & Administration
Absorption of nickel sulphate is variable among individuals. For maximum absorption, tablets should be taken orally at the beginning of the day (or any convenient time after having taken nothing but water for at least 7 hours). Take nothing but water for one hour after taking medication to aid absorption. Weight Starting Dose Max. Dose 50-100 lbs ½ tablet 1 tablet 100-150 lbs 1 tablet 2 tablets 150-200 lbs 2 tablets 4 tablets over 200 lbs 3 tablets 6 tablets In the setting of renal impairment, dosage should be adjusted and serum nickel and bromide levels should be followed. Steady state trough level should be drawn prior to ingesting the day's dose after one week of dosing or at appropriate intervals. Target trough serum nickel level is 20-40 mcg/L. (Warning: post dose peak levels are unreliable.) Treatment duration depends on the individual. Increase dose as needed on a monthly basis. Maintenance phase In order to maintain symptomatic relief, medication may be continued at the same or reduced initial phase dose level.
Warnings & Precautions
WARNING Do not use if imprinted seal under bottle cap is missing or broken. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. If allergic to nickel or metal objects such as jewelry or if there is a history of blistering hand eczema, see PRECAUTIONS for hypersensitivity information. Lactose intolerant patients may have gastrointestinal difficulty. This has very rarely been reported at the doses used.
Contraindications
Although there are no known contraindications, patients who are allergic to any PSORIZIDE ® ULTRA ingredient should consult a physician prior to taking the medication. (Refer to Section on Hypersensitivity )
Adverse Reactions
PSORIZIDE ® ULTRA contains low doses of active ingredients. Therefore there are minimal known side effects. (see PRECAUTIONS for hypersensitivity information)
Drug Interactions
There are no known drug interactions.
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