Calcibet Ointment 15G

Calcibet Ointment SpecificationRequires Prescription (YES/NO)YesGenericsCalcipotriol , Betamethasone Used ForPsoriasisHow it worksIt contains calcipotriol and betamethasone. Calcipotriol helps to bring the rate of skin cell growth back to normal and betamethasone acts to reduce inflammation.Calcibet Ointment Usage And SafetyDosageCalcipotriol , Betamethasone Side Effects? Dry skin ? Sensitivity of the skin to light resulting in a rash ? Eczema ? Itching ? Skin irritation ? Burning and stinging sensation ? Redness of the skin due to widening of the small blood vessels (erythema) ? Rash ? Rash with inflammation of the skin (dermatitis) ? Worsening of psoriasis.Drug InteractionsTell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines.IndicationIt is used on the skin to treat plaque psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris) in adults.When not to UseDo not use ? If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to calcipotriol, betamethasone or any of the other ingredients of this medicine ? If you have problems with calcium levels in the body (ask your doctor) ? If you have certain types of psoriasis: these are erythrodermic, exfoliative and pustular (ask your doctor).Calcibet Ointment PrecautionsPrecautionAvoid use on large areas of damaged skin, on mucous membranes or in skin folds (groin, armpits, under breasts) as it increases the absorption of the steroid .Calcibet Ointment WarningsWarning 1Avoid using under bandages or dressings as it increases the absorption of the steroid.Warning 2Avoid excessive sunbathing, excessive use of solarium and other forms of light treatment.Warning 3Do not smoke or go near naked flames - risk of severe burns. Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.Calcibet Ointment Additional InformationPregnancy categoryAlways consult your physician before using any medicine.Storage (YES/NO)Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.