Planex Ointment

Indications

Plaque psoriasis, Scalp psoriasis, Alopecia areata

Adult Dose

Adult: Topical Plaque psoriasis As cream/oint: Apply 1-2 times/day. Max: 100 g per wk. Scalp psoriasis As soln: Apply 1-2 times/day. Max: 60 mL per week.

Child Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Mild to moderate plaque psoriasis Child: Apply cream/ointment 2 times daily. Max: >12 yr: 75 g/wk; 6-12 yr: 50 g/week.

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity.

Precautions

Not to be applied on the face; pregnancy and lactation.

Pregnancy-Lactation

C

Adverse Effects

Skin irritation, erythema, scaling; hypercalcemia w/ high doses.

Mechanism of Action

Calcipotriol is a derivative of vitamin D3. It has the property of inducing differentiation and suppression of keratinocytes.

Note

Planex 0.05mg/gm Ointment manufactured by Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Calcipotriol topical.