CURATODERM

Posology Adults and the Elderly:

Apply sparingly, once daily to the affected areas, preferably at bedtime. The amount applied should not exceed l0g of ointment/day. Normally duration of treatment depends on the severity of the lesions and should be decided by the physician.

There is clinical trial experience with continuous and intermittent treatment in adults up to twelve months. Curatoderm Ointment can be used on all areas of the body (including face, hairline, scalp, axilla and other flexures). When used on the scalp the ointment can be shampooed out the next morning.

Paediatric population:

The safety and efficacy of Curatoderm Ointment in children and adolescents under 18 years have not been established.

g. burning, erythema), itching, contact dermatitis, worsening of psoriasis. Skin irritation and itching are generally mild and transient Frequency unknown: rash (erythematous, macular, papular, vesicular). Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.

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At the doctor’s discretion, in patients at risk of hypercalcaemia, or patients taking high Vitamin D preparations (in excess of 500 IU vitamin D) albumin corrected serum calcium levels should be closely monitored. Treatment should be stopped if hypercalcaemia occurs.

Serum calcium levels should also be monitored in patients with renal impairment. Care should be exercised in patients with generalised pustular or erthrodermic psoriasis as the risk of hypercalcaemia may be enhanced. When applying to the face avoid contact with the eyes.

Patients should be advised to wash their hands after applying the ointment to avoid inadvertent transfer to other parts of the body. g. contact dermatitis), or irritation to the eyes and mucous membranes. Instruct patients not to smoke or go near naked flames - risk of severe burns.

Fabric (clothing, bedding, dressings etc) that has been in contact with this product burns more easily and is a serious fire hazard. Washing clothing and bedding may reduce product build-up but not totally remove it.

1. • Patients with hypercalcaemia or other known disorders of calcium metabolism.