It is packaged in a white cylindrical jar containing four ounces of clear cream. Health Canada has received written assurance from Miralex Health Care Inc. that they have voluntarily stopped the sale of Miralex Cream. Health Canada is discussing with the company the necessity to recall the product from all customers. Sales of the product were made directly from the company to customers via direct mail or through the Internet. Individuals may have used Miralex Cream for psoriasis.
Psoriasis is a chronic skin disorder that can be painful and disabling.
It should be treated under the supervision of a health care practitioner. However, to suddenly stop using a steroid-containing product such as Miralex, may cause the more common form of plaque psoriasis to convert to pustular psoriasis. This may be a serious conversion that requires hospitalization and that may be life-threatening. More commonly, patients may see their psoriasis worsen. This risk makes it critical that individuals using Miralex Cream contact their doctor before they stop using the product.