Dosage form: aerosol, foam
Drug class:Topical antipsoriatics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 1, 2021.
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- Indications and Usage
- Dosage and Administration
- Dosage Forms and Strengths
- Contraindications
- Warnings and Precautions
- Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
- Use In Specific Populations
- Overdosage
- Description
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Nonclinical Toxicology
- Clinical Studies
- How Supplied/Storage and Handling
- Patient Counseling Information
Indications and Usage for Calcipotriene Foam
Calcipotriene Foam is indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis of the scalp and body in adults and pediatric patients 4 years of age and older.
Calcipotriene Foam Dosage and Administration
Calcipotriene Foam is for topical use only. Calcipotriene Foam is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use.
Apply a thin layer of Calcipotriene Foam twice daily to the affected areas and rub in gently and completely. Avoid contact with the face and eyes.
Dosage Forms and Strengths
0.005%, white foam. Calcipotriene Foam contains calcipotriene 50 mcg/g in an aqueous-based emulsion foam vehicle.
Contraindications
Calcipotriene Foam should not be used by patients with known hypercalcemia.
