Calcipotriene

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Calcipotriene

Calcipotriene (pronounced kal-si-po-try-een) is a synthetic derivative of the naturally occurring vitamin D that is used in the treatment of psoriasis. It is also known by the brand names Dovonex and Sorilux.

Etymology

The term "Calcipotriene" is derived from the words "calcium" and "potriene". The "calcium" part of the name refers to the fact that the drug is a derivative of vitamin D, which is essential for the body's absorption of calcium. The "potriene" part of the name is a chemical term that refers to the structure of the molecule.

Usage

Calcipotriene is used topically to treat the symptoms of psoriasis, a chronic skin condition characterized by red, scaly patches of skin. It works by slowing down the growth of skin cells, which helps to reduce the scaling and thickening of the skin that is characteristic of psoriasis.

Related Terms

  • Vitamin D: A group of fat-soluble secosteroids responsible for increasing intestinal absorption of calcium, magnesium, and phosphate, and multiple other biological effects.
  • Psoriasis: A chronic skin condition that causes red, itchy, and scaly patches.
  • Topical medication: A medication that is applied to a particular place on or in the body. Most often topical administration means application to body surfaces such as the skin or mucous membranes to treat ailments via a large range of classes including creams, foams, gels, lotions, and ointments.

See Also

  • Calcitriol: The active form of Vitamin D, which is involved in the absorption of calcium.
  • Corticosteroids: A class of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex of vertebrates, as well as the synthetic analogues of these hormones.

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