Dyvon Ointment

Calcipotriol
0.005%
Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Pack size 20gm pack
Unite Price 351.06 BDT

Indications

Dyvon 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

Dyvon 0.005% Ointment generic name is Calcipotriol. Dyvon 0.005% Ointment is manufactured by Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Dyvon is availble in all over Bangladesh. Mes BD drug index information on Dyvon Ointment is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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