calcitriol topical (Vectical)

Indications: - topical treatment of plaque psoriasis Dosage: - apply topically BID - maxiumum 300 g/week Ointment: 3 ug/g Adverse effects: - most common (>3%) - hypercalciuria, pruritus

General

dermatologic agent calcitriol; 1,25-dihydroxycholcalciferol; 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3

References

- Prescriber's Letter 17(2): 2010 New Drugs Approved by the FDA in 2009 Detail-Document#: 260213 (subscription needed) http://www.prescribersletter.com