Daily Medication Schedule
Morning Routine
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Oral Medications
- Take systemic medications with breakfast (if prescribed)
- Take vitamin D supplements as recommended
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Topical Treatments
- Shower or bathe using lukewarm water
- Apply prescribed corticosteroid cream to affected areas
- Wait 15 minutes before applying moisturizer
Evening Routine
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Topical Treatments
- Gently wash affected areas
- Apply calcineurin inhibitors (if prescribed)
- Apply thick moisturizer
Weekly Treatments
Biologics (if prescribed)
- Follow specific injection schedule as directed
- Record injection sites and dates
- Rotate injection sites as instructed
Special Treatments
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Phototherapy Sessions: As scheduled by your doctor
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Coal Tar Applications: 2-3 times per week as directed
Important Reminders
Medication Storage
- Keep biologics refrigerated
- Store topical medications at room temperature
- Check expiration dates regularly
When to Contact Your Doctor
- Significant worsening of symptoms
- Signs of infection
- Unexpected side effects
- Before starting any new medications
Treatment Tracking
Maintain a daily log of:
- Medication applications
- Symptom changes
- Side effects
- Flare triggers
Adjust schedule based on your doctor's specific instructions