Expert advice for Heximar Ointment
Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. In case you have been advised to use this drug while breast feeding, do not apply it on breast area.Before using calcipotriol, inform your doctor if you are taking ultraviolet (UV) light treatment.Excessive exposure to sunlight should be avoided while on this treatment.If you have been diagnosed with psoriasis types like ‘generalised pustular psoriasis’ or ‘erythrodermic exfoliative psoriasis’, consult your doctor before using calcipotriol.Application of calcipotriol on face is not recommended.
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Composition
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Calcipotriol (0.005% w/w) |
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Side Effect
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Common
Dry skin, Skin irritation, Itching, Burning sensation, Stinging sensation, Redness of skin, Rash. |
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How to works
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How Heximar Ointment works
Heximar Ointment 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. |
