Drug reference

calcipotriene

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Drug class

Musculoskeletal (Vit D Preparations)

Mechanism of action

In vitro evidence suggests drug is roughly equipotent to natural vitamin D in its effects on proliferation & differentiation of various cell types

Common side effects

  • Burning
  • Skin irritation

Related conditions

Frequently asked questions

What drug class is calcipotriene?

calcipotriene belongs to: Musculoskeletal.

How does calcipotriene work?

In vitro evidence suggests drug is roughly equipotent to natural vitamin D in its effects on proliferation & differentiation of various cell types

What are the common side effects of calcipotriene?

Burning, Skin irritation

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