Dovonex Ointment
Calcipotriol
.005 gm/100 gm
Drug International Ltd.
| Pack size | |
|---|---|
| Unite Price | 200.00 BDT |
Indications
Dovonex Ointment is used for:
Plaque psoriasis, Scalp psoriasis, Alopecia areata
Adult Dose
Adult: Topical Plaque psoriasis As cream/oint: Apply 1-2 times/day.
Max: 100 g per wk.
Scalp psoriasis As soln: Apply 1-2 times/day.
Max: 60 mL per week.
Child Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Mild to moderate plaque psoriasis
Child: Apply cream/ointment 2 times daily.
Max: >12 yr: 75 g/wk; 6-12 yr: 50 g/week.
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity.
Precautions
Not to be applied on the face; pregnancy and lactation.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Side Effects
Side effects of Calcipotriol :
Skin irritation, erythema, scaling; hypercalcemia w/ high doses.
Mode of Action
Calcipotriol is a derivative of vitamin D3. It has the property of inducing differentiation and suppression of keratinocytes.
Note
Dovonex .005 gm/100 gm Ointment generic name is Calcipotriol. Dovonex .005 gm/100 gm Ointment is manufactured by Drug International Ltd.Dovonex is availble in all over Bangladesh.
Mes BD drug index information on Dovonex Ointment is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.