Topical treatments are the mainstay of treatments for psoriasis, but topicals aren't right for everyone. Other options may include:
Oral medications
Injectable medications
Phototherapy
In this video, learn about non-topical treatment options for psoriasis, according to Michelle Henry, MD, Dermatologist in New York City and Clinical Instructor at Weill Cornell Medical College.
Dr. Henry is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon in New York City, and a clinical instructor at Weill Cornell Medical College.
References
Feldman, S. R. (2023). Treatment of psoriasis in adults. UpToDate.
National Psoriasis Foundation. (2022). Biologics.
National Psoriasis Foundation. (2023). Oral treatments.
National Psoriasis Foundation. (2024). Phototherapy.
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Lauren Smith, MALauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
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Alexandra Schwarz, MDAlexandra Schwarz, MD, is a board-eligible sleep medicine physician and a board-certified family medicine physician. She is a member of both the AASM and the ABFM.
