Manufacturer: Biocon
Salt Composition : Calcipotriol(0.005% w/v)
Bottle of 15ml Solution
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Calpsor Lotion is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medicine work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Its mode of action is identical to that of 1-25 vitamin D3 (calcitriol), essentially by regulating the activity of genes capable of responding to vitamin D. Calcipotriol leads to reduction in keratinocyte proliferation and induces their differentiation as well as having important immunomodulator functions.
Calcipotriol is a vitamin D derivative synthesized in 1985 by the Léo Laboratories. Its mode of action is identical to that of 1-25 vitamin D3 (calcitriol), essentially by regulating the activity of genes capable of responding to vitamin D.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Calpsor
Dry skin
Skin irritation
Itching
Burning sensation
Stinging sensation
Rash
Calpsor Lotion should not be used by patients who are allergic to it, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have severe liver or severe kidney problems, or have high or low blood levels of calcium. Also, this medicine should not be given to children less than 6 years of age.
Calpsor Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Calpsor Lotion is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution Below 5years: Contraindicated
Calcipotriol is a synthetic form of vitamin D belonging to the class of medicines called ‘anti-psoriatics’. It lowers the rate with which skin cells grow, thereby controlling the psoriatic condition.
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Check the label for directions before use.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Calpsor Lotion, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Calpsor Lotion should be applied as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected, inflamed or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
Avoid direct contact with sunlight. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing while stepping out.
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
Q. Is Calpsor Lotion a steroid?
No, Calpsor Lotion is not a steroid. It is a synthetic variant of vitamin D3. Vitamin D is responsible for the growth of skin cells. In psoriasis, there is excessive growth of skin cells which do not fall off and appear as scaly patches. Due to this your skin develops raised red and silver colored scaly patches. Calpsor Lotion works by reducing the excess amount of cells your skin makes.
Q. How long does it take Calpsor Lotion to work?
Calpsor Lotion may start showing improvement after about 2 weeks of starting the treatment but this may vary from person to person. You may observe significant improvement in signs and symptoms after about 8 weeks of treatment but full clearing is achieved in very few patients. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure.
Q. Can Calpsor Lotion be used on the face?
No, Calpsor Lotion should not be used on the face as it may cause skin irritation. Also, there are chances of it getting in the eyes. You should also be careful while using in skin folds such as the armpits or under the breasts. This is because you are more likely to get skin side effects in these areas.
Q. How to use Calpsor Lotion?
Always use it exactly as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying Calpsor Lotion. It is meant only for application on skin. Apply it on the area of the skin which has psoriasis (red and white scaly patches). You can squeeze the medicine directly on the skin or if you want you can squeeze it on your finger first. Apply it in a good quantity (thickly) and then gently rub it in to cover the area of psoriasis, till it disappears. Always wash your hands after use.
Q. Who should not use Calpsor Lotion?
Calpsor Lotion should not be used by patients who are allergic to it, are pregnant or breastfeeding, have severe liver or severe kidney problems, or have high or low blood levels of calcium. Also, this medicine should not be given to children less than 6 years of age.
