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Psoriasis: This is a condition where there is an increase in the rate at which skin cells are renewed. This causes red raised patches of skin covered with silvery scales. It may also cause skin irritation.

The medicines listed below are used to treat psoriasis. The list is arranged in alphabetical order and may include the:

Generic medicine name (which reflects the active ingredient, and is also referred to as the non-proprietary name)
Brand name (i.e. the name of the medicine assigned by its manufacturer, also referred to as the proprietary name)