Has anyone used Calcipotriene 0.005% Ointment 120gm for psoriasis? Share your experiences!
I've been prescribed Calcipotriene 0.005% Ointment for my psoriasis and am curious about others' experiences. How effective has it been for you? I've heard a lot about its benefits but am also a bit concerned about the potential side effects, especially the risk of high calcium levels. I noticed that it’s not recommended to have long-term treatments near sensitive areas like the face or groin. Has anyone had issues with this? Which method of apply did you use. I applied it while my skin was damp and did not scrub my skin before applying it.
I've been using Calcipotriene for a few months now, and it's been a game-changer. I had pretty severe psoriasis on my elbows and knees, and this ointment has significantly reduced the severity of the patches. I did experience some mild irritation initially, but it subsided after a few weeks.
I've been on this for about six months and have had no issues. My psoriasis has cleared up significantly, and I haven't experienced any side effects. Fingers crossed it stays this way!
Be careful with the application. I made the mistake of applying it too heavily and ended up with some skin irritation. I've found that a thin layer applied evenly works best.
Okay, so not all hope is lost. I was really nervous about trying this, especially with the side effects listed, but you guys are making me feel more comfortable. Thanks!
It's helped me a lot, but I had to be really careful about not getting it on my face. My dermatologist warned me about the potential for high calcium levels and skin irritation. I tried to use it but it dried my skin out as well. But that could have been a side effect of the ointment
Curious about the application. Does anyone know what time of day is best to apply it — morning or night?
I prefer applying it at night before bed. That way, it has all night to work without being washed off or disturbed.
I feel your pain. I've been there. It's tough when medications don't work out. But it's good to know the other options out there. Hope you find something that works.
I had a really bad reaction to this stuff. Within a week, I started feeling really weak and had a terrible headache. Turns out, my calcium levels were off the charts. Definitely had to stop using it and switched to a different treatment.
Honestly, I tried it for a week and it made my skin feel worse. Just had a lot of really bad flaking and irritation. Sadly they told me to just stop using it because I did not react well.