Calcipotriene (Topical)
Brand Names : Dovonex, MC 903
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may
need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side
effects occur:
Rare - for ointment dosage form only
Abdominal or stomach pain, constipation, depression, loss of
appetite, loss of weight, muscle weakness, nausea, thirst, tiring easily,
and vomiting; burning, itching, and pain in hairy
areas; pus in the hair follicles; thinning, weakness, or wasting away of skin
Other side effects may occur
that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away
during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with
your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common
Burning, dryness, irritation, peeling, or redness of skin
Less common or rare - for cream and ointment dosage forms only
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in
some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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