- Treatment of stable plaque psoriasis vulgaris amenable to topical therapy in adults
- Apply a thin layer to the affected area(s) OD
Ointment: 50mcg/0.5mg
- Do not apply this product to the face, underarms or groin area
- Do not use for more than 4 weeks unless indicated
Betamethasone: Corticosteroid; works by decreasing swelling, redness and itching
Calcipotriene: Form of vitamin D; works by slowing down the growth of skin cells so that they don’t build up into thickened, scaly skin patches.
- Itching
- Rash
- Burning sensation
- Hypersensitivity to class or components
- Erythrodermic, exfoliative and pustular psoriasis
- Known disorders of calcium metabolism
- Viral skin lesions
- Fungal or bacterial skin infections
- Acne
- Ulcers and wounds
- Corticosteroids
Drug Status
| Availability | Prescription only |
| Pregnancy | Use with caution |
| Breastfeeding | Avoid use on breast |
| Schedule | Not controlled |
| BRAND NAME | STRENGTH | FORMULATION | PACK SIZE | MANUFACTURER | DISTRIBUTOR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sorid | 50mcg/0.5mg | Ointment | 30g | Ochoa Labs | Medisel Kenya |