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2. Coal tar - Wikipedia

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   Coal tar is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, the most effective and safe medicines needed in a health system. [10] Coal tar is generally available as a generic medication and over the counter. [4] Coal tar is used in medicated shampoo, soap and ointment.

3. Goeckerman therapy - Wikipedia

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   [8] [9] However, Goeckerman therapy is considered safe although use of tar may have the side-effects of contact dermatitis and mild local burning due to tar hypersensitivity. A retrospective study by Stern et al., of 1,373 patients concluded that there was an increase in skin cancers in those receiving repeated Goeckerman treatments compared to ...

4. Tar - Wikipedia

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   Tar made from coal or petroleum is considered toxic and carcinogenic because of its high benzene content, [citation needed] though coal tar in low concentrations is used as a topical medicine for conditions such as psoriasis. [11] [12] Coal and petroleum tar has a pungent odor. Coal tar is listed at number 1999 in the United Nations list of ...

5. Got Bumps on Your Scalp? Here's How to Treat It - AOL

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   Certain drugs like lithium and cyclosporine may also contribute to folliculitis. ... a mild corticosteroid cream may be used to reduce swelling and itching. ... such as coal tar, to their skin.

6. These Pictures Will Help You Identify the Most Common ... - AOL

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   Brimonidine gel or oxymetazoline cream, and laser therapy may also help with persistent redness. ... vitamin D analogues, retinoids, and coal tar, Dr. Zeichner says. Ultimately, it's best to ...

7. 13 Reasons for Scabs on Your Scalp and How to Treat Each ...

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   This is typically oral antifungal medicine for one to three months. ... or CeraVe Healing Ointment,” Dr. Garshick says. ... coal tar, zinc, and selenium can help address itching and flaking.” ...