Calcipotriol

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Calcipotriol Uses

Calcipotriol is used in the treatment of psoriasis.

How Calcipotriol works

Calcipotriol is a synthetic form of vitamin D belonging to the class of medicines called ‘anti-psoriatics’. It lowers the rate with which skin cells grow, thereby controlling the psoriatic condition.

Common side effects of Calcipotriol

Dry skin, Skin irritation, Itching, Burning sensation, Stinging sensation, Erythema (skin redness), Rash
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Expert advice for Calcipotriol

  • Calcipotriol should be applied as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
  • Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well. 
  • Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected, inflamed or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
  • Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
  • Avoid direct contact with sunlight. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing while stepping out.

Frequently asked questions for Calcipotriol

Calcipotriol

Q. Is Calcipotriol a steroid?

No, Calcipotriol is not a steroid. It is a synthetic variant of vitamin D3. Vitamin D is responsible for the growth of skin cells. In psoriasis, there is excessive growth of skin cells which do not fall off and appear as scaly patches. Due to this your skin develops raised red and silver colored scaly patches. Calcipotriol works by reducing the excess amount of cells your skin makes.

Q. How long does it take Calcipotriol to work?

Calcipotriol may start showing improvement after about 2 weeks of starting the treatment but this may vary from person to person. You may observe significant improvement in signs and symptoms after about 8 weeks of treatment but full clearing is achieved in very few patients. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure.

Q. Can Calcipotriol be used on the face?

No, Calcipotriol should not be used on the face as it may cause skin irritation. Also, there are chances of it getting in the eyes. You should also be careful while using in skin folds such as the armpits or under the breasts. This is because you are more likely to get skin side effects in these areas.

Q. How to use Calcipotriol?

Always use it exactly as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying Calcipotriol. It is meant only for application on skin. Apply it on the area of the skin which has psoriasis (red and white scaly patches). You can squeeze the medicine directly on the skin or if you want you can squeeze it on your finger first. Apply it in a good quantity (thickly) and then gently rub it in to cover the area of psoriasis, till it disappears. Always wash your hands after use.

Q. Who should not use Calcipotriol?

Calcipotriol should not be used by patients who are allergic to it, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have severe liver or severe kidney problems, or have high or low blood levels of calcium. Also, this medicine should not be given to children less than 6 years of age.

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