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Dovonex Cream Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Calcipotriene (as monohydrate) 0.005%.
Pharmacological Class
Vit. D3 derivative.
How Supplied
Crm—60g, 120g; Oint, Soln—contact supplier
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
Crm (NO); Oint, Soln (YES)
Dovonex Cream Indications
Indications
Plaque psoriasis.
Dovonex Cream Dosage and Administration
Adult
Apply a thin layer twice daily to affected skin and gently rub in completely.
Children
Not established.
Dovonex Cream Contraindications
Contraindications
Hypercalcemia. Vit. D toxicity. Do not use on face. Scalp soln: acute psoriatic eruptions.
Dovonex Cream Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Dovonex Cream Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
For dermatologic use only. Avoid mucous membranes, excessive exposure to natural or artificial sunlight. Discontinue if irritation or hypercalcemia occurs (until normocalcemia returns). Elderly. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Dovonex Cream Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Dovonex Cream Interactions
Not Applicable
Dovonex Cream Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local irritation, burning/stinging, pruritus, dermatitis, worsening of psoriasis.
Dovonex Cream Clinical Trials
See Literature
Dovonex Cream Note
Not Applicable
Dovonex Cream Patient Counseling
See Literature
