Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Ointment

Generic name: calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate
Dosage form: ointment
Drug class:Topical antipsoriatics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 1, 2021.

Indications and Usage for Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Ointment

Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis in patients 12 years of age and older.

Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Ointment Dosage and Administration

Apply an adequate layer of Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment to the affected area(s) once daily for up to 4 weeks. Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment should be rubbed in gently and completely. Patients should wash their hands after applying Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment. Therapy should be discontinued when control is achieved.

Patients 18 years and older should not use more than 100 g per week and patients 12 to 17 years should not use more than 60 g per week. Treatment of more than 30% body surface area is not recommended.

Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment should not be used with occlusive dressings unless directed by a physician. Avoid use on the face, groin, or axillae, or if skin atrophy is present at the treatment site. Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use.

Dosage Forms and Strengths

Ointment, 0.005%/0.064%

Each gram of Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Ointment, 0.005%/0.064% contains 50.00 mcg of calcipotriene and 0.643 mg of betamethasone dipropionate (equivalent to 0.5 mg of betamethasone) in an off-white to yellow paraffin ointment base.

Contraindications

None.

Warnings and Precautions

Hypercalcemia and Hypercalciuria