Nickel Sulfate, Potassium Bromide, And Fumaric Acid

Prescription

Brand names: Psorizide Forte

Dosage Form

Tablet

Route

ORAL

Manufacturer

PLYMOUTH HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS LLC

About This Medication

DESCRIPTION PSORIZIDE ® Forte is a biochemical homeopathic medication indicated for the treatment of contact dermatitis due to nickel (metal/jewelry allergy), dyshidrotic hand/foot eczema, and mild to severe psoriasis . 1-3 The active ingredients in each PSORIZIDE ® Forte tablet consist of the following: Fumaric Acid (Fumaricum Acidum) 1X, Potassium Bromide (Kali Bromatum) 1X, and Nickel Sulphate (Niccolum Sulphuricum) 1X. These drug ingredients are listed in the Homoeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States (HPUS). 4 Inactive ingredients: Lactose and Magnesium Stearate. Pharmacological Class: Homeopathic drug. Dosage form: Oral 600 mg scored tablet. May be swallowed whole, chewed or dissolved in the mouth and swallowed.

Active Ingredients

Ingredient	Strength
Fumaric Acid	-
Nickel Sulfate	-
Potassium Bromide	-

Indications & Usage

INDICATIONS PSORIZIDE ® Forte is indicated for the treatment of contact dermatitis due to nickel (metal/jewelry allergy,) dyshidrotic hand/foot eczema, and mild to severe psoriasis. It has been found to work well with a variety of combination therapies. Eczema, seborrhea and a variety of chronic pruritic inflammatory dermatoses generally respond well also.

Dosage & Administration

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Absorption of nickel sulphate is variable among individuals . For maximum absorption, tablets should be taken orally at the beginning of the day (or any convenient time after having taken nothing but water for at least 7 hours). Take nothing but water for one hour after taking medication to aid absorption. Weight Starting Dose Max Daily Dose 40-80 lbs ½ tablet 1 ½ tablet 80-120 lbs 1 tablet 3 tablets 120-160 lbs 1 ½ tablets 4 ½ tablets 160-200 lbs 2 tablets 6 tablets 200-240 lbs 2 ½ tablets 7 ½ tablets Over 240 lbs 3 tablets 9 tablets In the setting of renal impairment Dosage should be adjusted and serum nickel and bromide levels should be followed. Steady state trough level should be drawn prior to ingesting the day's dose after one week of dosing or at appropriate intervals. Target trough serum nickel level is 30-60 mcg/L. (Caution: post dose peak levels are unreliable.) Maintenance phase In order to maintain symptomatic relief, medication may be continued at the same or reduced initial phase dose level. Treatment duration depends on the individual. For allergic nickel dermatitis, continue 2 tablets 1 hour prior to breakfast for weeks 7 – 16. (Refer to Hypersensitivity section above). Some patients may require continued or intermittent repeated treatment to maintain nickel desensitization.

Side Effects Overview

ADVERSE REACTIONS PSORIZIDE ® Forte contains low doses of active ingredients. Therefore there are minimal known side effects. (see PRECAUTIONS for hypersensitivity information)

Warnings & Precautions

WARNING Do not use if imprinted seal under bottle cap is missing or broken. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. If allergic to nickel or metal objects such as jewelry, see PRECAUTIONS for hypersensitivity information. Lactose intolerant patients may have gastrointestinal difficulty. This has very rarely been reported at the doses used.

Contraindications

CONTRAINDICATIONS Although there are no known contraindications, patients who are allergic to any PSORIZIDE ® Forte ingredient should consult a physician prior to taking the medication. (Refer to Section on Hypersensitivity )

Frequently Asked Questions

INDICATIONS PSORIZIDE ® Forte is indicated for the treatment of contact dermatitis due to nickel (metal/jewelry allergy,) dyshidrotic hand/foot eczema, and mild to severe psoriasis. It has been found to work well with a variety of combination therapies. Eczema, seborrhea and a variety of chronic pruritic inflammatory dermatoses generally respond well also.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Absorption of nickel sulphate is variable among individuals . For maximum absorption, tablets should be taken orally at the beginning of the day (or any convenient time after having taken nothing but water for at least 7 hours). Take nothing but water for one hour after taking medication to aid absorption. Weight Starting Dose Max Daily Dose 40-80 lbs ½ tablet 1 ½ tablet 80-120 lbs 1 tablet 3 tablets 120-160 lbs 1 ½ tablets 4 ½ …

WARNING Do not use if imprinted seal under bottle cap is missing or broken. Do not use if pregnant or nursing. If allergic to nickel or metal objects such as jewelry, see PRECAUTIONS for hypersensitivity information. Lactose intolerant patients may have gastrointestinal difficulty. This has very rarely been reported at the doses used.

CONTRAINDICATIONS Although there are no known contraindications, patients who are allergic to any PSORIZIDE ® Forte ingredient should consult a physician prior to taking the medication. (Refer to Section on Hypersensitivity )

Nickel Sulfate, Potassium Bromide, And Fumaric Acid is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

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References & Data Sources

• DailyMed — Nickel Sulfate, Potassium Bromide, And Fumaric Acid drug label (National Library of Medicine)
• openFDA — Nickel Sulfate, Potassium Bromide, And Fumaric Acid label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
• NDC Directory — Nickel Sulfate, Potassium Bromide, And Fumaric Acid (FDA National Drug Code)

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Data sources: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS