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Dovonex Ointment (calcipotriol) is a prescription medication used to treat psoriasis, a long-term inflammatory skin condition that causes redness, itching, scaling, and thickened patches of skin.
Dovonex Ointment contains calcipotriol, a synthetic form of vitamin D that helps control excessive skin cell growth. It works by slowing down the rapid production of skin cells associated with psoriasis, helping affected skin become smoother and less scaly.
Your healthcare provider may prescribe Dovonex Ointment to help manage the following condition:
Dovonex Ointment is used to treat plaque psoriasis in adults and may be prescribed to adolescents aged 12 years and older, depending on the product’s approved age range and a healthcare provider’s assessment.
Unlike topical corticosteroids, Dovonex Ointment does not contain a steroid. It may be considered when a nonsteroidal treatment is appropriate for managing psoriasis.
However, Dovonex Ointment does not permanently cure psoriasis. Psoriasis is a chronic condition, meaning symptoms may improve during treatment but can return later.
Your healthcare provider will determine whether Dovonex Ointment is suitable for you based on the severity of your psoriasis, the areas of skin affected, and your medical history.
Dovonex Ointment contains calcipotriol, also known as calcipotriene, which belongs to a group of medications called vitamin D analogues.
Vitamin D analogues are medications that act in a similar way to vitamin D in the skin. They help regulate how skin cells grow, mature, and replace themselves.
In healthy skin, new skin cells develop gradually and move toward the surface, where older cells are naturally shed.
However, in people with psoriasis, this process happens much faster than normal. Skin cells build up on the surface instead of shedding at the usual rate, creating thick, raised, and scaly patches.
Dovonex Ointment helps slow this excessive skin cell growth and encourages skin cells to mature more normally.
The medication works in several ways:
Supports More Normal Skin Cell Development: The medication encourages skin cells to grow and mature in a more controlled way, helping improve the appearance of psoriatic skin.
Dovonex Ointment begins affecting skin cell growth after application, but visible improvement usually takes time.
Some people may notice reduced scaling and smoother skin within the first few weeks of treatment. More noticeable improvement in plaque thickness and overall skin appearance may take approximately four to eight weeks.
The time needed to see results depends on the severity of your psoriasis, the thickness of your plaques, and how consistently you use the medication.
Continue applying Dovonex Ointment as prescribed, even if you do not notice immediate improvement.
If your psoriasis does not improve within the recommended treatment period or becomes worse, contact your healthcare provider. They may need to review your treatment plan or recommend another medication.
Dovonex Ointment is intended for external use only. Apply it directly to areas of skin affected by psoriasis, following your healthcare provider’s instructions.
Avoid applying the ointment to your face, eyes, or unaffected skin, as it may cause irritation. Wash your hands thoroughly after each application.
Dovonex Ointment can be used alone or, when prescribed, alongside certain other psoriasis medications, including topical corticosteroids.
Although it does not contain a steroid, using excessive amounts may affect calcium levels in your body. Do not apply more than the prescribed amount or continue treatment longer than recommended.
Important age clarification: Canadian prescribing information authorizes Dovonex Ointment for children aged 2 years and older, with different maximum weekly amounts depending on age. It is not authorized for children under 2 years. Treatment in children should follow a healthcare provider’s instructions.Â
If your psoriasis does not improve, becomes worse, or causes significant irritation, contact your healthcare provider.
Dovonex Ointment helps manage plaque psoriasis by controlling excessive skin cell growth and reducing scaling. Consistent use as prescribed can improve the appearance and texture of affected skin while helping reduce psoriasis symptoms.
Dovonex Ointment is a prescription medication applied directly to the skin to help treat plaque psoriasis. It works by slowing excessive skin cell growth, reducing scaling, and improving the appearance of thickened psoriasis patches.
Dovonex Ointment is generally applied once or twice daily, depending on your healthcare provider’s instructions and the severity of your psoriasis.
Apply only enough ointment to cover the affected skin with a thin, even layer. Using more medication than prescribed will not make your psoriasis improve faster and may increase your risk of side effects.
For the best results, use Dovonex Ointment regularly and try to apply it at approximately the same times each day.
Follow these steps to apply Dovonex Ointment safely and correctly:
Follow Your Prescribed Dose
Use Dovonex Ointment exactly as directed by your healthcare provider.
The recommended amount and frequency of application may vary depending on your age, the areas being treated, and the severity of your psoriasis.
Do not apply extra ointment or use it more often than prescribed. Excessive use can increase the risk of irritation and may affect calcium levels in your body.
If your psoriasis does not improve, contact your healthcare provider rather than increasing the amount or frequency of application.
Use Only on Areas Affected by Psoriasis
Dovonex Ointment should only be applied to areas of skin affected by plaque psoriasis.
Avoid spreading it onto healthy skin whenever possible, as it may cause unnecessary irritation.
Do not use Dovonex Ointment on your face or sensitive skin areas, including your eyes, nose, mouth, or genital area, unless your healthcare provider specifically recommends an appropriate treatment.
If your psoriasis affects sensitive areas, your healthcare provider may prescribe another medication that is better suited for those locations.
Avoid Contact With Your Eyes and Mouth
Dovonex Ointment is intended for external use only. Do not swallow it or apply it inside your eyes, mouth, nose, or vagina.
If the ointment accidentally gets into your eyes or onto other sensitive areas, rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Contact your healthcare provider if irritation continues, you experience eye pain, or your vision changes.
If the medication is accidentally swallowed, contact a poison control center or healthcare professional for advice.
Do Not Cover the Treated Area
Avoid covering treated skin with airtight bandages, plastic wraps, or other occlusive dressings unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to.
Covering the skin can increase how much medication is absorbed, potentially raising your risk of side effects.
You may wear loose-fitting clothing over treated areas, but avoid tight coverings that trap moisture or heat against the skin.
Avoid Using Excessive Amounts
Dovonex Ointment contains calcipotriol, a vitamin D analogue that helps regulate skin cell growth.
Using too much medication may cause excessive calcium absorption effects, potentially leading to elevated calcium levels in your blood or urine.
Symptoms of elevated calcium levels may include increased thirst, frequent urination, constipation, nausea, or unusual tiredness.
Use only the amount prescribed by your healthcare provider and do not exceed the maximum weekly quantity recommended for your age.
Children may have lower maximum weekly limits than adults.
Follow the Recommended Treatment Schedule
When Dovonex Ointment is used on its own, Canadian prescribing information generally recommends applying it twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening.
After your psoriasis improves, your healthcare provider may reduce the frequency to once daily to help maintain your results.
If Dovonex Ointment is prescribed alongside a topical corticosteroid, your healthcare provider may recommend applying the medications at different times of the day.
Do not change your treatment schedule without medical advice.
Do Not Exceed the Maximum Weekly Amount
The maximum recommended amount of Dovonex Ointment depends on your age.
| Age | Maximum amount per week |
| 2–5 years | 25 grams |
| 6–10 years | 50 grams |
| 11–14 years | 75 grams |
| Adults over 14 years | 100 grams |
These are maximum limits, not recommended amounts for every patient. Your healthcare provider may prescribe a smaller amount depending on how much skin needs treatment.
If you are using more than one calcipotriol-containing product, your healthcare provider will need to consider your total medication exposure.Â
Dovonex Ointment begins regulating skin cell growth after application, but visible improvement takes time.
Some people may notice smoother skin and reduced scaling within approximately two weeks of regular treatment.
More noticeable improvements in plaque thickness and overall skin appearance may take six to eight weeks.
The time needed to see results depends on the severity of your psoriasis, the thickness of the affected patches, and how consistently you use the medication.
Continue applying Dovonex Ointment as prescribed, even if you do not notice immediate improvement.
If your psoriasis becomes worse or does not improve within the expected treatment period, contact your healthcare provider for advice.
If you forget to apply Dovonex Ointment, use it as soon as you remember.
However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed application and continue with your regular treatment schedule.
Do not apply extra ointment or use a thicker layer to make up for a missed application.
Try to apply the medication at approximately the same times each day to help you remember your treatment.
Contact your healthcare provider if your psoriasis does not improve within the recommended treatment period or becomes worse while using Dovonex Ointment.
You should also seek medical advice if you experience persistent burning, severe itching, increased redness, unusual skin irritation, or signs of infection.
Tell your healthcare provider if you develop symptoms that may indicate elevated calcium levels, such as increased thirst, frequent urination, nausea, constipation, or unusual tiredness.
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience difficulty breathing or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Always use Dovonex Ointment exactly as prescribed. Applying a thin layer to psoriasis-affected skin, following your recommended treatment schedule, and avoiding excessive use can help improve scaling and plaque thickness while reducing the risk of unwanted side effects.
Dovonex Ointment (Calcipotriol) is available in the following forms and strength:
Before using Dovonex Ointment, tell your healthcare provider about any medical conditions, allergies, or other medications you are taking.
Dovonex Ointment is a prescription medication used to treat plaque psoriasis. It contains calcipotriol, a vitamin D analogue that helps slow excessive skin cell growth and reduce the buildup of thick, scaly patches.
Although Dovonex Ointment can help improve psoriasis symptoms, it may cause irritation or other side effects if used incorrectly or in excessive amounts.
Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions carefully to help reduce the risk of complications.
Dovonex Ointment should not be applied to your face because facial skin is more sensitive and may become irritated by the medication.
Applying the ointment to your face can cause redness, burning, itching, or discomfort, particularly around your eyes and mouth.
Wash your hands thoroughly after applying Dovonex Ointment to prevent accidentally transferring the medication to your face.
If your psoriasis affects your face, speak with your healthcare provider about a more suitable treatment. They may recommend another medication that is safer for sensitive skin.
If Dovonex Ointment accidentally comes into contact with your face, gently wash the affected area with water.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have previously used corticosteroid creams or ointments on the areas where you plan to apply Dovonex Ointment.
Topical corticosteroids are commonly used to reduce inflammation associated with psoriasis. However, prolonged use of strong corticosteroids may cause skin thinning or increased sensitivity.
If your skin has become thin, fragile, or irritated from previous treatment, applying Dovonex Ointment may cause additional discomfort.
Dovonex Ointment may sometimes be prescribed alongside topical corticosteroids as part of a psoriasis treatment plan.
If you are using both medications, your healthcare provider may recommend applying them at different times of the day.
Do not combine Dovonex Ointment with other medicated skin products or change your treatment schedule without medical advice.
Dovonex Ointment contains calcipotriol, a vitamin D analogue that helps regulate skin cell growth.
Although it works mainly on your skin, using excessive amounts may affect how your body regulates calcium.
Calcium is an important mineral that supports healthy bones, muscles, nerves, and other body functions. However, having too much calcium in your blood or urine can cause health problems.
Do not use Dovonex Ointment if you have a known calcium metabolism disorder unless your healthcare provider has reviewed the contraindication and recommended an appropriate alternative.
Excessive use of calcipotriol may increase the risk of elevated calcium levels, also called hypercalcemia.
Possible symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, constipation, nausea, vomiting, or unusual tiredness.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have a history of elevated calcium levels, kidney stones, or another condition that affects calcium regulation.
If you develop symptoms that may indicate elevated calcium levels, stop using the ointment and contact your healthcare provider promptly.
Dovonex Ointment may cause irritation where it is applied, particularly when you first begin treatment.
Possible symptoms include burning, stinging, redness, itching, dryness, or mild discomfort.
These symptoms may improve as your skin adjusts to the medication. However, persistent or worsening irritation may indicate that your skin is not tolerating the treatment well.
Avoid scratching or rubbing the affected area, as this may increase inflammation and cause additional skin damage.
If you develop severe burning, increased redness, swelling, or persistent itching, stop using Dovonex Ointment and contact your healthcare provider.
Your healthcare provider may recommend adjusting your treatment schedule or switching to another psoriasis medication.
Do not use Dovonex Ointment if you are allergic to calcipotriol, also known as calcipotriene, or any other ingredient in the medication.
An allergic reaction may cause a new rash, itching, swelling, redness, or worsening irritation where you apply the ointment.
Sometimes, an allergic skin reaction can resemble psoriasis, making it difficult to determine whether your condition is worsening or you are reacting to the medication.
Tell your healthcare provider if you have previously experienced an allergic reaction to vitamin D analogue medications or other prescription skin treatments.
Stop using Dovonex Ointment and contact your healthcare provider if you develop signs of an allergic reaction.
Seek emergency medical attention if you experience difficulty breathing or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Do not apply Dovonex Ointment to open wounds, cuts, scrapes, or sunburned skin unless your healthcare provider specifically recommends it.
Damaged skin may be more sensitive to medication and can become further irritated after application.
Applying Dovonex Ointment to broken or inflamed skin may cause additional burning, stinging, redness, or discomfort.
If the skin around your psoriasis plaques is cracked, bleeding, or severely irritated, speak with your healthcare provider before continuing treatment.
Avoid applying the ointment to areas affected by untreated skin infections.
Your healthcare provider can determine whether your skin needs time to heal or whether another treatment would be more appropriate.
In some cases, Dovonex Ointment may cause psoriasis symptoms to become worse rather than improve.
You may notice increased redness, scaling, itching, or the development of new irritated patches.
This reaction may occur because your skin is sensitive to the medication or because your psoriasis is not responding as expected.
If you notice that your psoriasis is spreading, becoming more inflamed, or causing greater discomfort, contact your healthcare provider.
Do not increase the amount of ointment or apply it more often in an attempt to control worsening symptoms.
Your healthcare provider may need to reassess your condition, adjust your treatment schedule, or recommend another medication.
Contact your healthcare provider if you experience persistent burning, severe itching, increased redness, or worsening psoriasis while using Dovonex Ointment.
You should also seek medical advice if you develop unusual skin irritation, a new rash, or symptoms that may indicate elevated calcium levels, such as increased thirst, frequent urination, nausea, or unusual tiredness.
Seek emergency medical attention if you experience difficulty breathing or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
If your psoriasis does not improve within the recommended treatment period, speak with your healthcare provider before continuing treatment or changing your dose.
Always use Dovonex Ointment exactly as prescribed. Applying it only to affected skin, avoiding sensitive or damaged areas, and following the recommended dosage can help improve psoriasis symptoms while reducing the risk of unwanted side effects.
Important: According to the Canadian Dovonex Ointment product monograph, the medication should not be used by people with known calcium metabolism disorders or during pregnancy. Tell your healthcare provider if either applies to you.Â
Dovonex Ointment begins working after it is applied to the skin, but the time it takes to notice improvement can vary depending on the severity of your psoriasis and how your skin responds to treatment. Some people may notice reduced scaling, redness, and irritation within the first two weeks of regular use. However, more noticeable improvements in the thickness and appearance of psoriasis plaques may take approximately four to eight weeks. Dovonex Ointment works by slowing the excessive growth of skin cells that causes thick, scaly patches to form. Because this process takes time, it is important to use the medication consistently, even if you do not notice immediate results. Apply Dovonex Ointment exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not increase the amount or frequency of application to make the medication work faster, as this may increase your risk of side effects. If your psoriasis does not improve within the recommended treatment period or becomes worse, contact your healthcare provider. They may need to review your treatment plan or recommend another medication.
Dovonex Ointment can sometimes be used alongside other psoriasis treatments, but you should speak with your healthcare provider or pharmacist before combining medications. Although Dovonex Ointment is applied directly to your skin, using it with certain other treatments may increase the risk of irritation or unwanted side effects. For example, your healthcare provider may recommend using Dovonex Ointment alongside a topical corticosteroid. These medications work differently and may help manage psoriasis symptoms when used together as part of a prescribed treatment plan. If both medications are prescribed, your healthcare provider may recommend applying them at different times of the day to help prevent irritation and ensure proper application. Avoid combining Dovonex Ointment with other products containing calcipotriol unless specifically instructed. Using multiple calcipotriol-containing medications may increase your total exposure and affect calcium levels in your body. Tell your healthcare provider about all medications and skincare products you use, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, and medicated creams or ointments. Do not start, stop, or change any psoriasis treatment without consulting your healthcare provider.
No, Dovonex Ointment is primarily prescribed to treat plaque psoriasis, the most common form of psoriasis. Plaque psoriasis causes thick, raised patches of skin covered with dry, silvery-white scales. These patches commonly appear on the elbows, knees, lower back, and other parts of the body. Dovonex Ointment helps reduce excessive skin cell growth, making psoriasis plaques thinner, smoother, and less scaly over time. However, psoriasis can appear in different forms, and not all types respond to the same treatments. Other forms of psoriasis include guttate psoriasis, inverse psoriasis, pustular psoriasis, and erythrodermic psoriasis. These conditions may require different medications or treatment approaches depending on their severity and the areas affected. For example, inverse psoriasis affects sensitive skin folds, such as the groin and underarms, where Dovonex Ointment may cause irritation. Severe forms of psoriasis, including generalized pustular or erythrodermic psoriasis, require specialist medical assessment and should not be treated with Dovonex Ointment alone. Your healthcare provider will determine whether Dovonex Ointment is appropriate based on the type of psoriasis you have, the location of your symptoms, and your overall health. Do not use Dovonex Ointment to treat an undiagnosed skin condition or another type of psoriasis without medical advice.
Dovonex Ointment and topical steroid creams are both used to treat psoriasis, but they belong to different medication classes and work in different ways. Dovonex Ointment contains calcipotriol, a synthetic vitamin D3 analogue. It is a nonsteroidal medication that helps regulate skin cell growth and development. In people with psoriasis, skin cells multiply too quickly, causing thick, raised, and scaly patches. Dovonex Ointment helps slow this process and encourages skin cells to mature more normally, reducing plaque thickness and scaling. Topical corticosteroids, such as betamethasone and hydrocortisone, work differently. They primarily reduce inflammation and suppress certain immune responses in the skin, helping relieve redness, swelling, itching, and irritation. One important difference is that Dovonex Ointment does not carry the same risk of steroid-related skin thinning or adrenal suppression. However, it can still cause side effects, including burning, itching, redness, and irritation. Using excessive amounts may also affect calcium levels in your body. In some cases, your healthcare provider may recommend using Dovonex Ointment together with a topical corticosteroid because the medications target different aspects of psoriasis. Dovonex Ointment is not a steroid, but it is still a prescription medication that should be used exactly as directed. Your healthcare provider will determine whether it is suitable for your psoriasis and how long you should continue treatment.
| Generic name: | Calcipotriol |
|---|---|
| Formulation: | Ointment |
| Strength(s): | 50mcg/g |
| Quantities Available: | 90g, 120g |
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Dosage and Quantity: Dovonex Ointment is typically applied once or twice daily to the affected skin area, with a maximum of 100 grams per week. For a 90-day supply, you would order up to 1,200 grams (12 weeks x 100 grams per week).
No, we do not sell calcipotriol directly on our website. However, you can still enjoy low prices on Dovonex Ointment, which contains calcipotriol as an active ingredient. To purchase Dovonex Ointment, you will need a valid prescription from your healthcare provider. We require this prescription to dispense the medication safely and appropriately. You can submit your prescription by mailing it to us, faxing it, or uploading it through your online account.
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