Important Safety Information for OLUX-E Foam

Before you use OLUX-E Foam, tell your doctor if you:

  • have had irritation or any other skin reaction to a steroid medicine in the past
  • have a skin infection, diabetes, adrenal gland problems, liver problems, or any other medical condition CONTINUED BELOW
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More About Plaque Psoriasis

 

About Plaque Psoriasis

There are different types of psoriasis, and as many as 7.5 million Americans have psoriasis. Of those, around 75% have plaque psoriasis. OLUX-E Foam is for mild to moderate plaque psoriasis.

Plaque psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin condition, most often characterized by scaly flakes and red, irritated skin.

Psoriasis isn't contagious, so you don't have to worry about giving it to others or getting it from someone else. Psoriasis symptoms may come and go, but plaque psoriasis is a chronic condition. It may be with you for the rest of your life, but it is treatable.

Signs and Symptoms of Plaque Psoriasis

Specific psoriasis symptoms vary depending on the type of psoriasis. If you have plaque psoriasis, you may have:

  • Rough, thickened, raised skin (plaques)
  • Silvery or powdery-white, dry scales
  • Burning and/or itching reddened skin

If you have a rash that’s persistent or uncomfortable, you should talk to your doctor or dermatologist about treatment options.

Important Safety Information for OLUX-E Foam

Before you use OLUX-E Foam, tell your doctor if you:

  • have had irritation or any other skin reaction to a steroid medicine in
    the past
  • have a skin infection, diabetes, adrenal gland problems, liver problems, or any
    other medical condition
  • plan to have surgery

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if OLUX-E Foam will harm your unborn baby.

Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding or plan to breast-feed. It is not known if OLUX-E Foam passes into your breast milk. Do not apply OLUX-E Foam to your chest area if you are breastfeeding to prevent the baby from accidentally getting OLUX-E Foam into his or her mouth.

Use OLUX-E Foam exactly as your doctor tells you to use it. Do not bandage or cover your treated area unless your doctor tells you to. Talk to your doctor if your skin does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment with OLUX-E Foam.

OLUX-E Foam is flammable. Avoid heat, flame, or smoking during and right after using OLUX-E Foam.

If you are taking other corticosteroid medicines, either by mouth or injection, your doctor may advise you to stop taking them once you begin using OLUX-E Foam.

OLUX-E Foam may cause serious side effects, including:

  • Symptoms of a disorder where the adrenal gland does not make enough of certain hormones (adrenal insufficiency) during treatment or after stopping treatment. Tell your doctor if you have any of these persistent symptoms of adrenal insufficiency:
    • tiredness that worsens and does not go away
    • muscle weakness
    • loss of appetite
    • nausea or vomiting
    • dizziness or fainting
    • irritability and depression
    • weight loss
  • Cushing’s syndrome, when the body is exposed to too much of the hormone cortisol. Symptoms can include:
    • weight gain, especially around your upper back and midsection
    • tiredness and muscle weakness
    • roundness of your face (moon face)
    • slow healing of cuts, insect bites and infections
    • depression, anxiety and irritability
    • new or worsening high blood pressure
  • high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) or diabetes mellitus that has not been diagnosed can happen with treatment.
  • skin problems, including reactions where the medicine is applied, skin infections, and allergic reactions (allergic contact dermatitis). Tell your doctor if you get any new skin problems, including pain, tenderness, swelling, or healing problems on your treated skin.
  • effects on growth and weight in children.

Your doctor may do tests to check for some of these side effects.

The most common side effects of OLUX-E Foam include thinning of skin, burning, redness, itching, and dryness. These are not all the side effects of OLUX-E Foam. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.