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calcipotriene - topical, Dovonex

GENERIC NAME: CALCIPOTRIENE - TOPICAL (KAL-si-poe-TRYE-een)

BRAND NAME(S): Dovonex

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USES: This medication is used to treat psoriasis. Calcipotriene is a form of vitamin D. It works by slowing down the growth of skin cells.




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