Dermatology Handbook

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Calcipotriol Ointment

Sandoz

Description

Calcipotriol 50 micrograms/ml. Calcipotriol is a vitamin D derivative. In vitro data show that calcipotriol induces differentiation and suppresses proliferation of keratinocytes. The effect of calcipotriol in psoriasis is ascribed mainly to this.

Indications

For the topical treatment of mild to moderately severe psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris).

Price

30g, £5.75; 60g, £11.56; 120g, £23.12

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