What is calcipotriene topical?
Calcipotriene is a synthetic topical form of vitamin D. It is involved in the growth and development of skin cells.
Calcipotriene topical is used to treat plaque psoriasis (psoriasis with scaly patches).
Calcipotriene topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about calcipotriene topical?
Use calcipotriene topical only on affected patches of the skin. Do not use calcipotriene topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated skin or on an open wound.
Avoid abrasive, harsh, or drying soaps and cleansers while using calcipotriene topical.
Do not use more than 100 grams of calcipotriene in a week.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using calcipotriene topical?
Do not use calcipotriene topical on skin that is sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated. It could make these conditions much worse.
Calcipotriene topical is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether calcipotriene topical will harm an unborn baby. Do not use calcipotriene topical without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is also not known if calcipotriene topical passes into breast milk. Do not use calcipotriene topical without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.