Protopic

Dr. Rockoff,

I was diagnosed with Penile Psoriasis and given Protopic 0.1% strength. I have been using it for three days. I have obstained from sexual/masterbatory contact for about six months to try and heal the skin. At about 10 this morning I applied the Protopic as well as Vasoline. About a half hour ago (ten hours later) I decided to masterbate to see if it would be painful. It was. The skin turned really red, my penis swelled from the circumcision line to the head (as it usually does unfortunately). My question is, is it ok to masterbate/have sex while using Protopic? or should I refrain completely? Also, is it ok to put vasoline pet. jelly cream on right after Protopic, or should I let it sit? And can I put boxer briefs on right after Protopic? thanks.

[Alan Rockoff, MD]

1.  Is it ok to masturbate/have sex while using Protopic?

Yes.

2.  Should I refrain completely?

Not necessary.

3.  Is it ok to put Vaseline pet. jelly cream on right after Protopic, or should I let it sit?

Right away is fine.

4. Can I put boxer briefs on right after Protopic?

Yes.

Dr. Rockoff