Calpsor Lotion 15 ml
About Calpsor Lotion 15 ml
Calpsor Lotion 15 ml belongs to the class of 'antipsoriatic agents' used primarily for treating psoriasis. Psoriasis is a condition in which your skin develops raised red patches and silver-coloured scaly patches. Scaly patches are dead cells that usually fall off your skin without notice.
Calpsor Lotion 15 ml contains the active substance calcipotriol, also known as calcipotriene. It is a synthetic form of Vitamin D. Calpsor Lotion 15 ml works by reducing this overproduction of skin cells that eases the inflamed, scaly areas.
Always use this medication as advised by the doctor. Calpsor Lotion 15 ml is generally safe to use. Some may experience common side effects like itching, redness, stinging sensation, dryness and rash. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth while using Calpsor Lotion 15 ml. Rinse it off with water thoroughly if you get the cream in these areas. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you are allergic to Calpsor Lotion 15 ml or any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have any medical history of liver, kidney diseases, hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels in the blood) or hypervitaminosis D (excess Vitamin D levels in the blood). Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Calpsor Lotion 15 ml only with proper consultation and caution. Calpsor Lotion 15 ml is not recommended for children less than 12 years of age.
Uses of Calpsor Lotion 15 ml
Medicinal Benefits
Calpsor Lotion 15 ml treats psoriasis, and it contains the active substance calcipotriol. It is a synthetic form of Vitamin D. It inhibits the excess production of skin cells, leading to the formation of scales and patches of the skin in psoriasis. Calpsor Lotion 15 ml helps treat plaque psoriasis, a most common type of psoriasis that develops thick red patches on the skin, with a silver or white scaly layer.
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Side Effects of Calpsor Lotion 15 ml
Drug Warnings
Brief your medical history to the doctor if you are allergic to Calpsor Lotion 15 ml or any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver, or kidney diseases, hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels in the blood) or hypervitaminosis D (excess Vitamin D levels in the blood). Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use the Calpsor Lotion 15 ml only with proper consultation and caution. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth while using Calpsor Lotion 15 ml. Rinse it thoroughly with water if you get the cream in these areas. Calpsor Lotion 15 ml is not recommended for children less than 12 years of age. If you do not notice any improvement in your infection after using the Calpsor Lotion 15 ml for one to two weeks, please consult your doctor.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Calpsor Lotion 15 ml may interact with products containing Vitamin D.
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Before taking Calpsor Lotion 15 ml, let your doctor know if you have any fungal, viral, protozoa infections, liver, kidney diseases, hypercalcaemia (high calcium levels in the blood) or hypervitaminosis D (excess Vitamin D levels in the blood).
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a condition in which your skin develops raised red patches and silver-coloured scaly patches. Scaly patches are dead cells that would usually fall off your skin without notice.