Daivobet Ointment ointment 50mcg / 0.5mg

About Daivobet Ointment ointment 50mcg / 0.5mg

Daivobet Ointment ointment 50mcg / 0.5mg Uses

• Plaque psoriasis on the body
• Chronic, stable psoriasis in adults
• Short term flare control alongside other psoriasis care
• Psoriasis not controlled well by calcipotriol or steroid creams alone

Drug Class

• Vitamin D analogue plus topical corticosteroid
• Combination psoriasis treatment

What Experts Say

Daivobet pairs calcipotriol, a vitamin D type medicine that slows down the fast skin cell turnover seen in psoriasis, with betamethasone, a steroid that calms redness and inflammation. Together they clear plaques faster than either alone.

It is applied once daily to the affected patches only, usually for up to four weeks at a time, and not on the face or skin folds.

Long term or excessive use can thin the skin because of the steroid component, so treatment breaks and follow up with a doctor matter.

Daivobet Ointment ointment 50mcg / 0.5mg formula

• Calcipotriol 50mcg/g
• Betamethasone Dipropionate 0.5mg/g

Available forms

• Ointment

How to use Daivobet Ointment ointment 50mcg / 0.5mg?

• Apply a thin layer once daily to the affected skin.
• Rub in gently until absorbed.
• Wash hands after applying, unless treating the hands.
• Avoid the face, groin, and underarms unless a doctor says otherwise.
• Do not use for longer than the prescribed course.

Drug Interactions

Daivobet is applied to the skin, so interactions with oral medicines are uncommon but still possible with heavy use.

• Other topical steroids: Combining raises the risk of skin thinning.
• Calcium or vitamin D supplements: Using large amounts of Daivobet alongside these may raise blood calcium further.

Risks and warnings

• Skin thinning: Prolonged use can thin the skin due to the steroid content.
• Face and skin folds: Avoid applying on the face, groin, or underarms.
• Calcium levels: High doses over large areas may raise blood calcium.
• Pregnancy: Use only if advised by a doctor during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Daivobet Ointment ointment 50mcg / 0.5mg Side Effects

• Skin irritation at the application site
• Itching
• Burning sensation
• Skin thinning with long term use
• Temporary skin color changes

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C, do not freeze, and keep the tube tightly closed away from children.