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Dovonex Ointment contains calcipotriol 50 micrograms per gram, a vitamin D analogue used in the treatment of plaque psoriasis. It works by regulating the excessive growth of skin cells that causes the thickened, scaly patches associated with psoriasis.
Dovonex Ointment belongs to a group of medicines known as anti-psoriatics and is designed to reduce redness, scaling, and skin thickening when used regularly as prescribed. Improvement is often noticed within the first two weeks of treatment, with scaling usually clearing before redness fades.
Dovonex Ointment is available in multiple pack sizes to suit different treatment needs:
| Medication Name | Dovonex Ointment |
| Active Ingredient | Calcipotriol 50 micrograms per gram |
| Other Ingredients | Disodium edetate, disodium phosphate dihydrate, liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin, propylene glycol, macrogol stearyl ether, purified water |
| Medication Form | Topical ointment |
| Used to Treat | Plaque psoriasis (psoriasis vulgaris) |
| Available Sizes | 30g, 60g tubes |
| Who Can Use It | Adults and children aged 6 years and over |
| Prescription Required? | Yes – Prescription Only Medicine (POM) |
| Patient Information Leaflet | Dovonex Ointment – Patient Information Leaflet |
Dovonex Ointment is used to treat plaque psoriasis by slowing down the excessive production of skin cells. This helps reduce scaling, redness, and skin thickness associated with psoriasis plaques.
Dovonex Ointment is suitable for adults and children aged 6 years and over.
Do not use Dovonex Ointment if you:
Speak to a healthcare professional before use if you:
Do not apply to the face. Avoid skin folds unless advised by a doctor.
Do not exceed the maximum weekly dose prescribed.
Common side effects:
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Page content authored by Amjad Khan, last reviewed by Mr Muhammad on 8th January 2026.
