PSORIASIN MULTI-SYMPTOM PSORIASIS RELIEF LIQUID
last updated: 03/15/09 brand: Psoriasin by Alva-Amco Pharmacal Cos., Inc.
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Given the incomplete information made available by companies and the government, EWG provides additional information on personal care product ingredients from the published scientific literature. The chart below indicates that research studies have found that exposure to one or more ingredients in this product -- not the product itself -- caused the indicated health effect(s) in the studies reviewed by Skin Deep researchers. Actual health risks, if any, will vary based on the level of exposure to the ingredient and individual susceptibility -- information not available in Skin Deep.
Ingredients in this product are linked to: | |
 | Cancer |
| Developmental/reproductive toxicity |
| Violations, restrictions & warnings |
| Allergies/immunotoxicity |
| Other concerns for ingredients used in this product: Neurotoxicity, Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Miscellaneous, Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Contamination concerns, Occupational hazards |
Ingredients from packaging: ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: COAL TAR 0.66% (FROM COAL TAR SOLUTION USP). INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: ETHANOL; FRAGRANCE; ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL (96%); POLYSORBATE 80.
Directions from packaging: Using PSORIASIN SCALP's convenient dispensing tip, apply a small amount of PSORIASIN SCALP directly to affected areas (massage in gently with finger tips). Avoid applying to severely cracked or irritated areas. Use 1 to 4 times daily or as directed by a physician. NOTE: For best results shampoo hair daily or as needed, during treatment. Persons under 18 years of age or those with highly sensitive or allergic skin should use only as directed by a doctor.
Warnings from packaging: FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. Read all package directions and warnings before using. Use only as directed. Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Do not use this product before consulting a doctor: for prolonged periods of use or; if condition covers a large area of the body or; around the rectum or in the genital area or groin or; with other forms of psoriasis therapy such as ultraviolet radiation or prescription drugs. Ask a doctor if: condition worsens or does not improve after regular use of this product as directed. Use caution in exposing skin to sunlight after applying this product, as it may increase your tendency to sunburn for up to 24 hours after application. Intended for use by normally healthy adults only. Warning: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away.
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ingredients
| score | data gap | concerns | |
| COAL TAR (Active Ingredient) | 10 | 57% | Cancer, Violations, restrictions & warnings, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Persistence and bioaccumulation, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Contamination concerns (BENZO[A]PYRENE) |
| FRAGRANCE | 8 | 100% | Neurotoxicity, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Miscellaneous |
| ETHANOL | 5 | 74% | Cancer, Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Multiple, additive exposure sources, Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Enhanced skin absorption, Occupational hazards |
| ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL | 4 | 72% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity, Neurotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Occupational hazards |
| POLYSORBATE-80 | 2 | 80% | Developmental/reproductive toxicity |
Cancer*
*This table includes all possible cancer concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results | POLYSORBATE-80 | |
| Cancer - limited evidence | ETHANOL | |
| Cancer - not classifiable/not likely to be human carcinogen | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL | |
| Known human carcinogen | COAL TAR |
Developmental/reproductive toxicity*
*This table includes all possible developmental/reproductive toxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Limited evidence of developmental toxicity | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL | |
| One or more animal studies show reproductive effects at very low doses | POLYSORBATE-80 | |
| Limited evidence of reproductive toxicity | ETHANOL |
Violations, restrictions & warnings*
*This table includes all possible violations, restrictions & warnings concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Violation of government restrictions - Banned or found unsafe for use in cosmetics | COAL TAR | |
| Recommended restricted in cosmetics - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Product type restrictions or differences noted in safety assessment by industry panel | COAL TAR | |
| Violation of government restrictions - Banned or found unsafe for use in cosmetics | COAL TAR |
Neurotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible neurotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Strong evidence of human neurotoxicity | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL | |
| Moderate evidence of human neurotoxicity | FRAGRANCE | |
| nervous system - weight of evidence unknown/unassessed/unreview: published lit review or major tox study | ETHANOL | |
| One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at high doses | POLYSORBATE-80 |
Allergies/immunotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible allergies/immunotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Known human immune system toxicant | FRAGRANCE | |
| Human skin toxicant - strong evidence | COAL TAR |
Persistence and bioaccumulation*
*This table includes all possible persistence and bioaccumulation concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Not suspected to be bioaccumulative | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, COAL TAR, ETHANOL |
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)*
*This table includes all possible organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show liver effects at high doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | POLYSORBATE-80 | |
| Limited evidence of sense organ toxicity | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, ETHANOL | |
| Known human respiratory toxicant | COAL TAR |
Miscellaneous*
*This table includes all possible miscellaneous concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Occupational hazards related to handling | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, ETHANOL | |
| Ingredient not fully labeled - identity unknown | FRAGRANCE |
Multiple, additive exposure sources*
*This table includes all possible multiple, additive exposure sources concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Designated as safe for general or specific, limited use in food | POLYSORBATE-80, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, ETHANOL | |
| Used in food or as an additive with limited or no toxicity information available | ETHANOL |
Ecotoxicology*
*This table includes all possible ecotoxicology concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Not suspected to be an environmental toxin | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL | |
| Suspected to be an environmental toxin | COAL TAR | |
| Not suspected to be an environmental toxin | ETHANOL |
Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)*
*This table includes all possible irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at moderate doses | COAL TAR | |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at low doses | ETHANOL | |
| Classified as irritant | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL |
Data gaps*
*This table includes all possible data gaps concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Insufficient data to determine safety | COAL TAR | |
| Missing safety data noted by cosmetic industry review | COAL TAR | |
| Risk assessment method deficiencies and data gaps - Maximum reported "as used" concentration is basis of safety assessment by industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) - implicit safe concentration limit in product | POLYSORBATE-80 | |
| Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel | FRAGRANCE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, ETHANOL |
Occupational hazards*
*This table includes all possible occupational hazards concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to high doses | ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, ETHANOL |
Biochemical or cellular level changes*
*This table includes all possible biochemical or cellular level changes concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at high doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | ETHANOL |
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