Generic name:calcipotriene (topical route) [ kal-si-poe-TRYE-een ]
Drug class:Topical antipsoriatics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 12, 2021.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Calcitrene
- Dovonex
- Sorilux
Available Dosage Forms:
- Cream
- Solution
- Ointment
- Foam
Therapeutic Class: Antipsoriatic
Pharmacologic Class: Vitamin D Analog
Uses for Dovonex
Calcipotriene is used to treat plaque psoriasis of the skin and scalp. It is a form of vitamin D that works by changing how the skin cells are made in the areas affected by psoriasis.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Dovonex
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of Sorilux® in children 4 years of age and older. However, safety and efficacy have not been established in children younger than 4 years of age.
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of Dovonex® in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of calcipotriene in the elderly.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medicat...
