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calcipotriene |
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calcipotriene /cal·ci·po·tri·ene/ (-po-tri´ēn) a synthetic derivative of vitamin D (cholecalciferol), applied topically in the treatment of psoriasis. calcipotriene [kal′sĭpotri′ēn] a synthetic derivative of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3), applied to the skin to treat psoriasis. calcipotriene (kal´sipōtri´ēn), n brand name: Dovonex; drug class: vitamin D3 derivative (synthetic); action: regulation of skin cell production and development; use: moderate plaque psoriasis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Discussing Calcipotriene VersaFoam-EF Trials: Connetics anticipates commencing clinical trials in the third quarter of 2005 for this Vitamin D analog frequently prescribed as monotherapy and in combination with topical steroids to treat mild-to-moderate psoriasis. Psoriasis also will be a focused topic with posters presented on OLUX(R), including one study that demonstrates the synergistic effect of the concomitant application of OLUX and calcipotriene ointment, which may result in greater clinical efficacy in the short-term treatment of psoriasis and in the maintenance of remission. |
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