Dithranol
Posted Wed 7 Feb 2024 16.51 by Roxie 1983
Hello everyone. I'm desperate for Dithranol 0.1% I have seen its discontinued over the counter/online but I read on this site its available for pharmacist to special order via prescription. I asked my GP for it and he passed it to my surgery pharmacy team who have texted me to tell me its no longer available for routine prescribing and to make an appointment with my GP. Does anyone know if that means I can't have it or that I have to see my GP first. Please help me, I'm desperate to get hold of this cream as it works and my job is potentially on the line!
Posted Wed 7 Feb 2024 20.47 by Acrazydoglady
Oh bless you, based on this Psoriasis Association comms - it looks definitely discontinued - https://www.psoriasis-association.org.uk/news/dithrocream-discontinued?d=2022 & I'd give Dermal Labs a call and see if they can put you in touch with another provider within EU or elsewhere - good luck!! x
Posted Wed 7 Feb 2024 21.00 by Roxie 1983
It is discontinued but apparently available for special order
https://www.psoriasis-association.org.uk/dithranol
Posted Thu 8 Feb 2024 08.45 by Acrazydoglady
That page makes out it's specifically made by the pharmacist - so it looks like you have to find a pharmacy that's actually prepared to make it for you? So perhaps not every pharmacy is capable of or has the relevant supplies to make it for you?
Posted Thu 8 Feb 2024 12.30 by psoriasis association (admin)Mod
Hi,
Any pharmacy should be able to provide this should the GP or dermatologist request it. We advise to check with the pharmacy before requesting the prescription.
Thank you,
Georgia
Psoriasis Association
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