Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Calcitrene
  2. Dovonex
  3. Sorilux

Descriptions


Calcipotriene is used to treat plaque psoriasis of the skin and scalp. It is a form of vitamin D that works by changing how the skin cells are made in the areas affected by psoriasis.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Cream
  • Solution
  • Ointment
  • Foam