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Calcipotriene is an appetite suppressant which is a kind of stimulant (psychiatric drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Topical anti viral drug

Brands

Dovonex

Side Effects

Common

Itchy rash
Skin irritation
Itching or burning
Dry or cracking skin
Burning sensation
Red skin
Skin redness or irritation
Rash
Itchy skin

Treats

Psoriasis
3.2
63 reviews

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