FDA label
What is calcipotriene used for?
The FDA-approved uses of calcipotriene, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Calcipotriene ointment, 0.005%, is indicated for the treatment of plaque psoriasis in adults. The safety and effectiveness of topical calcipotriene in dermatoses other than psoriasis have not been established.”
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Calcipotriene, ointment
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc. (ANDA090633). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Calcipotriene ointment, 0.005%, is indicated for the treatment of plaque psoriasis in adults. The safety and effectiveness of topical calcipotriene in dermatoses other than psoriasis have not been established.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 277d843a-0ea9-429d-813d-49ed72dafb64, version 5, effective July 14, 2026. NDC 51672-4154, one of 3 listings for this product.
Calcipotriene, solution
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Perfero Pharma, Inc. (ANDA078468). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Pellix™ (calcipotriene) Topical Solution, 0.005% (Scalp Solution) is indicated for the topical treatment of chronic, moderately severe psoriasis of the scalp. The safety and effectiveness of topical calcipotriene in dermatoses other than psoriasis have not been established.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 492ea9cf-0117-4d84-a964-9c0121706ed3, version 2, effective May 4, 2026. NDC 87143-300, one of 2 listings for this product.
Calcipotriene, cream
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc.,USA (ANDA205772). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Calcipotriene cream, 0.005%, is indicated for the treatment of plaque psoriasis. The safety and effectiveness of topical calcipotriene in dermatoses other than psoriasis have not been established.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 7ec750f6-26ea-46bc-aa7b-174fd25253a2, version 8, effective October 7, 2026. NDC 68462-501, one of 2 listings for this product.
Questions
What is calcipotriene used for?
The FDA label says: “Calcipotriene ointment, 0.005%, is indicated for the treatment of plaque psoriasis in adults. The safety and effectiveness of topical calcipotriene in dermatoses other than psoriasis have not been established.”
What drug class is calcipotriene?
FDA lists calcipotriene in the Vitamin D Analog established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.