Antimicrobial Protection: Provides a shield against microbial activity, ideal for active lifestyles and communal spaces. Acitretin is an oral retinoid that reduces skin cell production. It's used to treat severe psoriasis that has not responded to other non-biological systemic treatments. It's usually taken daily. Calcineurin inhibitors, such as tacrolimus and pimecrolimus, are ointments or creams that reduce the activity of the immune system and help to reduce inflammation. They're sometimes used to treat psoriasis affecting sensitive areas, such as the face, the genitals and folds in the skin, if steroid creams are not effective. For this treatment, you'll first be given a tablet containing compounds called psoralens, or psoralen may be applied directly to the skin. This makes your skin more sensitive to light.

Step 2: Massage the shampoo into your scalp for a minimum of 3 to 7 minutes to allow the ingredients to work effectively. Each session only takes a few minutes, but you may need to go to hospital 2 or 3 times a week for 6 to 8 weeks. Psoralen plus ultraviolet A (PUVA) Dithranol has been used for more than 50 years to treat psoriasis. It has been shown to be effective in suppressing the production of skin cells and has few side effects. However, it can burn if it's too concentrated. Your treatment for psoriasis may need to be reviewed regularly. You may want to make a care plan – an agreement between you and your health professional – as this can help you manage your day-to-day health. Emollients are available as a wide variety of products and can be bought over the counter from a pharmacy or prescribed by your GP, nurse or health visitor.

Tablets, capsules and injections

If your symptoms are particularly severe or not responding well to treatment, your GP may refer you to a skin specialist (dermatologist). Some people find that topical treatments are all they need to control their condition, although it may take up to 6 weeks before there's a noticeable effect. Examples of vitamin D analogues are calcipotriol, calcitriol and tacalcitol. There are very few side effects as long as you do not use more than the recommended amount. Calcineurin inhibitors Step 1: Apply a generous amount of Healpsorin Shampoo to wet hair and work it through to the ends of your hair.

Side effects include nausea, headaches, burning and itchiness. You may need to wear special glasses for 24 hours after taking the tablet to prevent the development of cataracts.Salicylic Acid: A gentle exfoliant that softens and eliminates scalp scales, minimising inflammation. Methotrexate can cause nausea and may affect the production of blood cells. Long-term use can cause liver damage. People who have liver disease should not take methotrexate, and you should not drink alcohol when taking it. These medications can be very effective in treating psoriasis, but they all have potentially serious side effects. All the systemic treatments for psoriasis have benefits and risks. Before starting treatment, talk to your doctor about your treatment options and any risks associated with them. Dermosoft Decalact Liquid: A natural ingredient with antibacterial properties, effective against dandruff, psoriasis, and seborrheic dermatitis. It's applied to your skin (by someone wearing gloves) and left for 10 to 60 minutes before being washed off.