Psorizide Forte

Generic name: nickel sulfate, potassium bromide, and fumaric acid
Dosage form: tablet

Disclaimer: This homeopathic product has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration for safety or efficacy. FDA is not aware of scientific evidence to support homeopathy as effective.

CAUTION

Federal law prohibits dispensing without a prescription.

Psorizide Forte 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.

Psorizide Forte - Clinical Pharmacology

The active ingredients in PSORIZIDE ® Forte are simple biochemical compounds. The exact mechanism of action is unknown; however, it is believed PSORIZIDE ® Forte addresses a primary genetic biochemical defect. 5

FUMARIC ACID is a naturally occurring four carbon organic acid important in the Krebs cycle. This biochemical pathway is of central importance to energy production. Each tablet contains approximately 30 mg fumaric acid (calculated). Fumaric Acid has many uses, including use as a food additive (GRAS) and as a chelating agent. 13 The use of fumaric acid and its derivatives (esters) as a treatment for psoriasis is increasing worldwide. 14-20 Very little is known about its clinical pharmacology; however, dose dependant inhibitory effects on keratinocyte proliferation have been demonstrated. 16,21