Dovonex

This medicine is a synthetic vitamin D3 analog & used to treat psoriasis. It works by controlling the overproduction of skin cells in areas affected by psoriasis.

Cleanse thoroughly. Apply a thin layer on the affected area and rub in gently till completely absorbed. Wash your hands thoroughly after application.

Minor adverse effects such as transient local irritation and very rarely facial dermatitis may occur.

The effects of this medication has not been studied in pregnant women, however with animal studies it was seen that if taken in high dosage forms by mouth causes problems in the mother and the fetus causing birth defects.

Hypersensitivity to the constituents of this medicine, known disorder of calcium metabolism.

Inform your prescriber if you are taking any other medicines in any other form.

Excessive use(above 100g ointment weekly) may cause elevated serum calcium, which rapidly subsides when the treatment is discountinued.

If you are pregnant and wish to breast feed whilst on a course with this medication please discuss the same with your prescriber prior to starting treatment.

This ointment is not intended for use on the face.

Do not double dose to make up for the missed application.

Dovonex is used to treat plaque Psoriasis. It controls the overproduction of skin cells in the area affected by psoriasis.

Store at room temperature between 15—25 degrees C (59—77 degrees F), do not refrigerate.

The weekly dose should not exceed 100g ointment. When cream, ointment or scalp solution are used the total dose should not exceed 5mg per week.