Dovonex

Active Ingredient(s): Calcipotriene
FDA Approved: * December 29, 1993
Pharm Company: * LEO PHARM
Category: Skin Care

Calcipotriol, also known as calcipotriene, is a synthetic derivative of calcitriol, a form of vitamin D.[medical citation needed] It is used in the treatment of psoriasis.[medical citation needed] It is safe for long-term application in psoriatic skin conditions.[medical citation needed] It was patented in 1985 and approved for medical use in 1991.[1] It is marketed under the trade name "Dovonex" in the United States, "Daivonex"... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
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