Original Research
Calcitriol Ointment 3 μg/g Is Safe and Effective Over 52 Weeks for the Treatment of Mild to Moderate Plaque Psoriasis
Cutis. 2009 April;83(4):205-212
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Lebwohl M, Ortonne J-P, Andres P, Briantais P
Topical vitamin D3 agents have emerged as important options for the treatment of psoriasis. Calcitriol, a naturally occurring and biologically active form of vitamin D3, has been developed in an ointment formulation for topical psoriasis therapy in the United States. The product has been used outside of the United States for years. Several short-term (