Originally Posted by jprinz99

I have used Taclonex for years (it is not new, just one of the newest and comes in ointment, cream, etc versions). I find it works well but is greasy feeling. I have a rather large selection of a variety of ointents, shampoos, foams and creams from my Dermatologist (most, but not all are Rx) and many come in a generic form.

I also have a medicated occlusive tape (Cordran tape) that works extremely well. It leaves pink/red skin but no scales. If I use it on a new lesion it seems to knock it away for good. It is a perscription item.

The key to psoriasis treatment is that most products (Rx or OTC) stop working after a bit and you have to keep switching medications to keep it in check. Winter vs. Summer also causes differences in how active it looks as it responds to sunlight.

The injectibile and oral medications work by trying to dampen the inflammatory response (ie. T cells, B cells, etc) and many find they work extremely well or put them in remission for months at a time. Regular physician monitoring is essential. They are generally reserved for severe and/or resistant cases.

Some people get good results from moisturizing lotions/oils/creams and others must go the Rx route. I wish you luck finding a solution but realize they have no "cure" for psoriais yet, only treatment options.

BTW_ he should be seeing a dermatologist if he is not already under their care (not a primary care physician) as they are much more experienced in this organ (the skin is an organ system of the body)

Good Luck!