Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30ml

Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml belongs to a class of topical medicines that are a combination of synthetic steroids (Glucocorticoid) and vitamin D derivative (calcipotriol). Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml is prescribed for the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions, particularly effective against skin conditions causing plaque patches, commonly seen in Psoriasis. The application of medicines in combination has proven to be more effective as compared to treatment with a single drug. Psoriasis is a skin disease that is inflammatory in nature and causes swelling, redness, itching, and dry flaky skin. Topical medicines can be prescribed alone or combined with oral drugs.

How Does Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml Work

Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml is more suited for inflammatory skin conditions with concurrent patches of plaque affecting it, commonly seen in Psoriasis. It works by acting on the skin via two basic mechanisms. Betamethasone being a Glucocorticoid controls the production of proteins that lead to inflammation by binding to Glucocorticoid receptors and it controls the infiltration and migration of inflammatory cells. The overall effect is decreased inflammation. Secondly, Calcipotriol helps control the rate of production of skin cells, which in excess is causing thickened skin patches. Calcipotriol brings down this overproduction of cells.

Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml can be used to treat:

• Psoriasis Vulgaris 

Dosage

Adult Dose

A thin film of Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml is to be applied once or twice a day, as instructed by a physician.

Small area: 1- 2 fingertip units

Large area: 4 - 5 fingertip units

Maximum daily safe dose: 15 g (equal to one tube of the same weight)

Maximum weekly safe dose: 100 g

Child Dose

It is not recommended for this age group

How To Use Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml

Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml is available in the form of lotion for external use only to be applied with clean hands usually twice or thrice daily after washing the affected skin properly and gently drying afterward. Caution and monitoring are advised to avoid accidental ingestion, specifically when applying to children. Betamethasone is a high-strength steroid, thus a prolonged application of more than 4 weeks is not advised.

• Wash and gently pat dry your skin before applying the Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml. 
• Shake the bottle prior to each use.
• Take out a small amount of Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml on your fingertips and gently rub it in to form a thin, even coat over the affected area.
• Wash your hands after application, an additional amount can be reapplied if Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml gets wiped off from any part.
• It is best to soak or wipe the area being treated with warm water so as to remove any loose, dead skin
• Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml is applied to the skin, commonly two times a day or as per the doctor’s suggestion.

• Allergic reaction 
• Itching/ pruritus
• Redness
• Dryness of skin 
• Flaky skin
• Tingling/ burning sensation at the site of application
• Worsening of symptoms
• Headache 
• Blurred vision
• Pustules on skin
• Dizziness 
• Blistering
• Temporary exacerbation of symptoms
• High intraocular pressure in eyes (if used in large amounts / near the eyes) 

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml:

• Allergy to Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml 
• Hypercalcemia 
• Hypervitaminosis D
• Bacterial infection 
• Viral infection (for example herpes)
• Fungal infection (for example athlete's foot)
• Tuberculosis/syphilis
• Perioral skin rashes
• Pustular psoriasis  
• Dry scaly skin 
• Rosacea (flushed appearance of skin)

Precautions

Please‌ ‌tell‌ ‌your‌ ‌doctor‌ ‌about‌ ‌any‌ ‌of‌ ‌the‌ ‌following‌ ‌conditions‌ before starting or during the treatment with ‌Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml:‌ 

• If there is a history of allergy to the medicine.
• Make sure to wash your hands thoroughly before and after application, and avoid getting ‌Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml in your eyes.
• Do not use ‌Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml for long durations, if there is no noticeable difference in your condition after a week contact your doctor.
• If ‌Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml was prescribed for prolonged use by the doctor, it may put you at risk of infections or slow wound healing due to immunosuppression, take precautions accordingly.
• Avoid applying to open wounds or cracked skin except if advised by the doctor.
• Betamethasone in ‌Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml is a steroid that when used for a longer duration can cause suppression of adrenal function.
• Avoid applying to sensitive parts like inside the nose, mouth or around the mouth, and genitals. 
• Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml may initially cause itching, redness, or irritation of the skin. It is suggested to contact your doctor if these symptoms persist.
• Careful application is advised, do not apply larger than required doses.
• Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml is best applied on naked skin without any bandages except if advised to loosely cover it by your doctor.
• Avoid going near fire or open flames to avoid risking burns.

Certain medications could interact with Calpsor-B Creamy Lotion 30 ml and may increase or decrease its absorption. Make sure to inform your doctor about all the drugs you’re currently taking, in which case, your doctor might alter the treatment. 

• Steroids (like prednisone, and hydrocortisone )
• Other skin medications (you can apply such drugs at different times)
• Cosmetics (may decrease the efficacy)
• Skin products that might irritate the skin