Management of psoriasis in pregnancy

Dermatol Ther. 2013 Jul-Aug;26(4):285-92. doi: 10.1111/dth.12073.

Abstract

Psoriasis is an inflammatory skin disorder not uncommonly seen in pregnant patients. Several drugs have been approved for its treatment in non-pregnant patients, but special precautions are necessary when selecting a treatment plan during pregnancy to prevent harm to the fetus and child. This article reviews the treatment options for the treatment of psoriasis in the pregnant and lactating patient.

Keywords: management; pregnancy; pregnancy dermatoses; psoriasis.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones / therapeutic use
  • Cyclosporine / therapeutic use
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Methotrexate / therapeutic use
  • Nicotinic Acids / therapeutic use
  • Phototherapy
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications / therapy*
  • Psoriasis / therapy*

Substances

  • Adrenal Cortex Hormones
  • Nicotinic Acids
  • tazarotene
  • Cyclosporine
  • Methotrexate