Dermatology Handbook

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Dovobet Gel

Dovobet Gel

LEO Pharma

Description

60g gel bottle, £37.21; 60g applicator, £37.21 (not on Drug Tariff)

Indications

Scalp psoriasis in and to mild-to-moderate plaque psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris) on the skin of other body areas in adults

Contraindications

Allergy to ingredients; calcium defficiency; erythrodermic, exfoliative or pustular psoriasis

Sizes Available

Contains calcipotriol and betamethasone. Calcipotriol helps to bring the rate of skin cell growth back to normal and betamethasone acts to reduce inflammation.

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