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Calcitriol - Psoriasis

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Status 1

Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Ointment
Formulary Status :
Primary Care
ASPH
RSFT
SASH
SABP
Associated Icons :
Guidelines
SPC
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Preferred

Not for paediatric use.

Preferred vitamin D analogue in adults.

Documentation

Evidence Review
Vitamin D analogues (Topical) for the treatment for Psoriasis - Review paper - July 2020.pdf
Webpage
Psoriasis - Clinical Knowledge Summary

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Calcitriol
Indication :
Psoriasis
Group Name :
Keywords :
Psoriasis Vulgaris, vitamin D analogue, plaque psoriasis
Brand Names Include :
Silkis
Important Information :
Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Psoriasis
Supporting Documents :
2

Committee Recommendations (1)

01 Jul 20 - Surrey & North West Sussex Area Prescribing Committee (formerly Prescribing Clinical Network)

The Surrey & North West Sussex Area Prescribing Committee recommends the following 

Calcitriol (as Silkis®) is GREEN for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of Silkis® in children less than 18 years have not been established. This is the preferred vitamin D analogue for use in adults.

Calcipotriol is GREEN for adults and for treating children 6 years of age and upwards. The preferred, most cost-effective calcipotriol product is *Dovonex®. https://surreyccg.res-systems.net/PAD/Search/DrugConditionProfile/6381

Tacalcitol (as Curatoderm®) is BLACK https://surreyccg.res-systems.net/PAD/Search/DrugConditionProfile/6380

Follow link below to Clinical Knowledge summary for Psoriasis management.

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