What is the cream Dovonex used for?

Dovonex®* Ointment is indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris) amenable to topical therapy. Adults: Dovonex®* Ointment should be applied to the affected area once or twice daily. For maximum benefit use the ointment twice daily.

Is Dovonex the same as dovobet?

There were important differences between the products. Dovobet was indicated for the topical treatment of stable plaque psoriasis whereas Dovonex Ointment was indicated more broadly for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis.

Is Calcipotriene over the counter?

Descriptions. Calcipotriene is used to treat plaque psoriasis of the skin and scalp. It is a form of vitamin D that works by changing how the skin cells are made in the areas affected by psoriasis. This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

Can I buy Dovonex over-the-counter?

Dovonex psoriasis ointment (50mg/g) will now be available through pharmacies without a prescription following approval by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

Can you buy Dovonex ointment over-the-counter?

Patients with psoriasis will be able to buy Dovonex (calcipotriol) ointment over the counter from pharmacies, following the MHRA’s approval of a pharmacy version of the product.

Can you buy Dovonex over the counter?

Can I buy Dovonex ointment over the counter?

Today the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) announced the approval of Dovonex Psoriasis 50microgram/g Ointment which will be available through pharmacies without prescription.

Is Dovonex prescription only?

Dovonex Psoriasis 50 microgram/g Ointment has been reclassified from a prescription only medicine to one available in pharmacies.

Do you need a prescription for Dovonex?

Dovonex Cream is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Plaque Psoriasis. Dovonex Cream may be used alone or with other medications. Dovonex Cream belongs to a class of drugs called Antipsoriatics, Topical.

Is Dovonex any good?

Dovonex has an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from a total of 26 ratings on Drugs.com. 61% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 35% reported a negative experience. Reviews may be edited to correct grammar/spelling, or to remove inappropriate language and content.

What is the generic for Dovonex?

GENERIC NAME: CALCIPOTRIENE – TOPICAL (KAL-si-poe-TRYE-een)

Can I buy Dovonex over the counter?