What is Calcipotriene?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: CalcipotrieneBrand:
Calcipotriene (Calcipotriol) is a topical skin product that contains synthetic Vitamin D. It is used for the treatment of plaque psoriasis and chronic, moderate-to-severe psoriasis of the scalp.
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How do members experience Calcipotriene?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psoriasis | 69 | 12 | |
| Psoriatic plaques (scaly patches) | 9 | 13 | |
| Morphea | 4 | 0 | |
| Palmoplantar pustulosis | 1 | 0 | |
| Perioral dermatitis | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Skin sensitivity to sun (photosensitivity) | 1 | |
| Skin thinning | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 21 |
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