What are some of the main medical treatments for psoriasis?

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    Last Updated: May 16, 2025

    Medical treatments for psoriasis vary based on the severity of symptoms and include topical creams, oral or injected immunosuppressants, and phototherapy. Topical treatments are typically used for milder cases, but more severe cases may require immunosuppressants or phototherapy if topical treatments are ineffective.

    Treatment is determined by the extent and severity of symptoms. Medical treatments include:

    • Topical creams (e.g. steroids and moisturizers)
    • Oral or injected medications (e.g. immunosuppressants)
    • Phototherapy (exposing skin to different wavelengths of light)

    Topical treatments are used for milder cases. If there is no response to topical treatments or for more severe cases, immunosuppressants and/or phototherapy (a treatment that uses ultraviolet light) may be used.[1]

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