Calcipotriol Benefits & Uses

Calcipotriol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)

Calcipotriol Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Calcipotriol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Calcipotriol is used -

Common

Dry Skin
Itching or burning
Skin redness
Rash
Sensation of Stinging
Skin Erosions

Calcipotriol Related Warnings

Is the use of Calcipotriol safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Calcipotriol during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Calcipotriol safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Calcipotriol for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Calcipotriol on the Kidneys?

Use of Calcipotriol may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Calcipotriol on the Liver?

Calcipotriol may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Calcipotriol on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Calcipotriol on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Calcipotriol with Other Drugs

Calcipotriol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Calcipotriol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Calcipotriol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease
Hyperpigmentation
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Calcipotriol

Is this Calcipotriol habit forming or addictive?

Calcipotriol does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Calcipotriol as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Calcipotriol only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Calcipotriol in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Calcipotriol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Calcipotriol

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Calcipotriol, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Calcipotriol

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Calcipotriol with alcohol will be.

Unknown