Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Psoriasis
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DOVONEX |
| Manufacturer |
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Warner Chilcott Laboratories |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Vitamin D3 derivative. |
| Generic Name |
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Calcipotriene 0.005%; oint. |
| Also |
• DOVONEX CREAM
• DOVONEX SCALP SOLUTION
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| Indications |
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Plaque psoriasis. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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Apply a thin layer once or twice daily to affected skin and gently rub in completely. |
| Contraindications |
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Hypercalcemia. Vit. D toxicity. Do not use on face. Scalp soln: acute psoriatic eruptions. |
| Precautions |
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For dermatologic use only. Avoid mucous membranes. Discontinue if irritation or hypercalcemia occurs (until normocalcemia returns). Elderly. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Local irritation, burning/stinging, pruritus, dermatitis, worsening of psoriasis. |
| How Supplied |
Oint, Crm—60g, 120g Soln—60mL |
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