Sorfil S Ointment is a prescription medicine having a combination of medicines that is used to treat psoriasis. It provides relief from redness, itching and swelling. It decreases the overproduction of skin cells.

Sorfil S Ointment should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. It is for external use only.

The common side effects of this medicine include rash, itching, and swelling at the application site. If these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor.

Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are suffering from any other disease. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers.

Uses of Sorfil S Ointment

Psoriasis

Benefits of Sorfil S Ointment

In Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a skin problem in which skin cells build up and form scales and dry patches which are itchy and painful. Applying Sorfil S Ointment helps manage psoriasis symptoms like itching, pain, redness, swelling or irritation. It also moisturizes the skin and makes it soft and smooth. Clean and dry the affected area before applying Sorfil S Ointment. Use it atleast 2-3 times a day or as prescribed. You may see change in your skin appearance after few weeks.

Side effects of Sorfil S Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sorfil S

Itching
Headache
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Scaling
Erythema (skin redness)

How to use Sorfil S Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How Sorfil S Ointment works

Sorfil S Ointment is a combination of two medicines: Betamethasone and Calcipotriol which treat psoriasis. Betamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Calcipotriol is a form of vitamin D. It works by reducing the overproduction of skin cells that may build up and form scales on the skin.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Sorfil S Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Sorfil S Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Sorfil S Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Sorfil S Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Sorfil S Ointment

₹42.6/gm of Ointment

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₹44.67/gm of ointment

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Quick tips

Sorfil S Ointment is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort associated with psoriasis.
It is advisable to apply Sorfil S Ointment once a day. For best effect, leave it on during the day if you have applied it in the morning, or overnight if you have used it in the evening.
Apply to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
If you are using a moisturizer along with this preparation, apply the moisturizer first. Then wait 10-15 minutes before applying this medicine.
Do not use Sorfil S Ointment on your face unless your doctor has asked you to. If you have been told to use it on your face, be careful not to get any preparation near your eyes, and do not use it for longer periods of time than you have been advised.
Your skin may become more sensitive to sunlight than normal while you are using this medicine. Try to avoid sitting out in the sun and do not use sunbeds.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Patient concerns

I have some rashes like patches on scalp Fungal infection

Dr. Rajesh Garg

Internal Medicine

Sent Pict. May be psoriasis

Will soriasis come because of tonsils

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

Yes . Guttate psoriasis can flare up if you have tonsillitis . But the occurrence of. Psoriasis is mostly genetic in nature

User feedback

Patients taking Sorfil S Ointment

Once A Day

79%

Twice A Day

19%

Alternate Day

Four Times A *

*Four Times A Day

What are you using Sorfil S Ointment for?

Psoriasis

88%

Skin disorder*

Allergic cond*

*Skin disorders, Allergic conditions

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

39%

Average

33%

Poor

28%

What were the side-effects while using Sorfil S Ointment?

No Side Effec*

75%

Acne

25%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Sorfil S Ointment?

With food

67%

With or witho*

33%

*With or without food

Please rate Sorfil S Ointment on price

Expensive

67%

Average

33%

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References

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