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Calcipotriene for Psoriasis
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Calcipotriene, also known as calcipotriol, is considered an effective treatment for psoriasis.Reference 1
These products are usually as effective as corticosteroid creams and ointments.Reference 1
Calcipotriene may delay Reference relapse Opens New Window (flare-ups).Reference 1
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: January 9, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Amy McMichael, MD - Dermatology |
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