What is calcipotriol Ointment used for?

What is calcipotriol Ointment used for?

Calcipotriol Ointment 50micrograms/g is indicated for the topical treatment of mild to moderately severe psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris). Calcipotriol Ointment 50micrograms/g should be applied to the affected skin on limbs or trunk once or twice daily.

How does calcipotriol work in psoriasis?

This medication is used to treat psoriasis. Calcitriol is a form of vitamin D. It works by slowing down the growth of cells.

What is Dovonex Ointment for?

Dovonex®* Ointment is indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris) amenable to topical therapy. Adults: Dovonex®* Ointment should be applied to the affected area once or twice daily. For maximum benefit use the ointment twice daily.

What is daivobet ointment used for?

Daivobet is used to treat adults with psoriasis (a disease causing red, scaly patches on the skin). It is available as a gel and ointment and is used topically (applied on the skin). Daivobet contains two active substances: calcipotriol and betamethasone.

Is calcipotriene a vitamin D cream?

CALCIPOTRIENE (kal si poe TRYE een) is a form of vitamin D that is used on the skin to treat plaque psoriasis. This medicine is not a cure. It helps reduce the redness, thickness, and scaling that occur with psoriasis.

What is another name for calcipotriene cream?

The calcipotriene cream is available as the brand-name product Dovonex. There’s no brand-name version of the calcipotriene ointment or solution. Note: The aerosol foam form of topical calcipotriene is only available as the brand-name product Sorilux.

Does vitamin D tablets help psoriasis?

Vitamin D possesses different health benefits that can help treat several types of psoriasis, including scalp psoriasis. A study from 2011 found that vitamin D can strengthen the immune system. Because psoriasis is an autoimmune response, this effect could help treat the condition internally.

What is the difference between Dovobet and Dovonex?

The Panel noted that there were important differences between the products. Dovobet was indicated for the topical treatment of stable plaque psoriasis whereas Dovonex Ointment was indicated more broadly for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis.