Calcipotriol And Betamethasone Dipropionate
Therapeutic Group
AntipsoriaticsIndication Dosage
Plaque Psoriasis, Scalp Psoriasis, Psoriasis Vulgaris:
- Adults: Apply Twice Daily: Max 100 Gm Per Wk.
- Children: Not Recommended.
Content
- Oint: Pergm: Calcipotriol 50 Mcg (0.005% W /w), Betamethasone Dipropionate 0.5mg.
Pregnancy
Use Only When No Safer Alternative Exists For A Serious Problem.
Stability
- Corticosteroid
- Vitamin D Analogue
Contra Indications
- Disorders Of Calcium Metabolism, Severe Renal Or Hepatic Impairment, Sinceitcontains Corticosteroid, Follow Contra-Indications Applicable For Topical Corticosteroids.
Precautions
- Disorders Of Calcium Metabolism, Severe Renal Or Hepatic Impairment, Sinceitcontains Corticosteroid, Follow Contra-Indications Applicable For Topical Corticosteroids.
Lactation
- Contraindicated or Avoid
Side Effects
- Pruritus
- Rash
- Folliculitis
- Hypercalcaemia
- Perioral Dermatitis
- Dry Skin
- Erythema
- Hot Flushes
- Transient Irritation
- Contact Dermatitis
- Pruritus
- Aggravation Of Psoriasis
- Photosensitivity.