Indications & Uses
Dyvon topical preparation is indicated for the topical treatment of chronic stable plaque type psoriasis vulgaris in adult patients.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Calcipotriol cream & ointment should be applied topically to the affected area twice daily (i.e. in the morning and in the evening). Less frequent application may be indicated after the initial period of treatment. After satisfactory improvement has occurred, treatment should be discontinued. If recurrence takes place after discontinuation, the treatment may be reinstituted. Experience is lacking in the use of calcipotriol for periods longer than 1 year. The maximum recommended weekly dose of calcipotriol cream is 100 gm/week.
Side Effects
Photosensitivity reactions, skin discolouration, bullous eruption, skin exfoliation, contact dermatitis and allergic reactions have been reported with topical calcipotriol therapy.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Dyvon cream & ointment is not recommended for use in patients with generalized pustular psoriasis, guttate psoriasis and erythrodermic exfoliate psoriasis. Dyvon cream & ointment is not recommended for use on the face.
Contraindications
Calcipotriol cream & ointment is contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparations. It is also contraindicated in patients with known disorders of calcium metabolism.