Daivobet

Daivobet

betamethasone + calcipotriol

Manufacturer:

LEO Pharma

Distributor:

DKSH
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Per g Calcipotriol (as hydrate) 50 mcg, betamethasone (as dipropionate) 0.5 mg
Indications/Uses
Dosage/Direction for Use
Apply to the affected area once daily for 4 wk. Max dose: 15 g daily. Max BSA treated: 30%.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Patients w/ known disorders of Ca metabolism. Viral skin lesions (eg, herpes or varicella), fungal or bacterial skin infections, parasitic infections, skin manifestations in relation to TB, rosacea, perioral dermatitis, acne vulgaris, atrophic skin, striae atrophicae, fragility of skin veins, ichthyosis, acne rosacea, ulcers & wounds. Erythrodermic, exfoliative & pustular psoriasis.
Special Precautions
Not recommended to take a shower or bath immediately after application. Avoid concurrent treatment w/ other steroids. Avoid application under occlusive dressings; on large areas of damaged skin, on mucous membranes, or in skin folds. Adverse reactions w/ systemic corticosteroid treatment eg, adrenocortical suppression or impact on metabolic control of DM may occur also during topical corticosteroid treatment due to systemic absorption. Hypercalcaemia may occur if max daily dose is exceeded. Do not use on the skin of the face & genitals. Wash hands after each application to avoid accidental transfer to face, mouth & eyes. Stop treatment if concomitant skin infection worsens. Risk of generalised pustular psoriasis or rebound effects upon treatment discontinuation. Increased risk of local & systemic corticosteroid adverse reactions w/ long-term use. No experience w/ use in guttate psoriasis. Limited experience for use on the scalp. Limit or avoid excessive exposure to either natural or artificial sunlight. Contains butylhydroxytoluene. Patients w/ severe renal or hepatic impairment. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn <18 yr.
Adverse Reactions
MIMS Class
Psoriasis, Seborrhea & Ichthyosis Preparations
ATC Classification
D05AX52 - calcipotriol, combinations ; Belongs to the class of other antipsoriatics for topical use.
Presentation/Packing
Form
Daivobet oint
Packing/Price
30 g x 1's
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