DOVONEX SCALP SIDE EFFECTS
- Generic Name: calcipotriene solution
- Brand Name: Dovonex Scalp
- Drug Class: Topical Skin Products, Vitamin D Analogs
Last updated on MDtodate: 10/04/2022
SIDE EFFECTS
In controlled clinical trials, the most frequent adverse reactions reported to be related to Dovonex® (calcipotriene solution) Scalp Solution, 0.005%, use were transient burning, stinging and tingling, which occurred in approximately 23% of patients. Rash was reported in about 11% of patients. Dry skin, irritation and worsening of psoriasis were reported in 1-5% of patients. Skin atrophy, hyperpigmentation, hypercalcemia, and folliculitis were not observed in these studies, but cannot be excluded.
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