Who Should Use Vectical® Ointment?

Mild to moderate psoriasis—we’ve got you covered!

Psoriasis affects millions of people every year. The most common form of the disease is known as plaque psoriasis, which is characterized by raised, inflamed lesions covered by silvery white scales. Plaque psoriasis is found on the elbows, knees, scalp and lower back.

If you suffer from mild to moderate plaque psoriasis, ask your doctor if Vectical® Ointment may be right for you. It’s the only Vitamin D3 topical ointment containing calcitriol available for the treatment of mild to moderate plaque psoriasis in adults 18 years and older.

The Benefits of Vectical® Ointment

  • Convenient: Vectical® Ointment should be applied twice-daily to the affected areas and rubbed gently into the skin until no medication remains visible. Follow your doctor’s prescribed orders for proper application. Do not apply to your eyes, lips or face.
  • Effective: In two 8 week studies of over 400 mild to moderate plaque psoriasis patients treated with Vectical® Ointment, approximately 13% of them were clear or had minimal psoriasis after 2 weeks of treatment, and that number increased to around 34% after 8 weeks. In a one year study of 130 psoriasis sufferers, 64% of those patients who used Vectical® Ointment for the full year reported at least marked improvements in
    their condition.
  • Tolerable: Clinical studies show that the most likely side effects from using Vectical® Ointment are site application itching and skin discomfort. Vectical® Ointment may also affect how your body metabolizes calcium, so tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or take diuretics.
    • Avoid or limit excessive exposure to the sun while using Vectical® Ointment, including the use of tanning beds or sun lamps. In clinical studies, local irritation was generally mild, but discontinue use of Vectical® Ointment if these effects are severe, and contact your doctor.
VECTICAL® OINTMENT Important Safety Information
Vectical® Ointment is a topical treatment for mild to moderate plaque psoriasis in adults, 18 years and older. When using Vectical®, you may experience skin discomfort and itching. Because Vectical® may affect how your body regulates calcium, tell your doctor if you suffer from kidney disease or renal insufficiency. Also, tell your doctor if you are taking medications like diuretics, calcium supplements or oral vitamin D, or if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or nursing. It is important to avoid excessive exposure to natural or artificial sunlight when using the ointment. If you experience severe irritation when using Vectical® discontinue use and contact your doctor immediately. Avoid contact with eyes, lips and face. Do not use more than 200 grams (2 tubes) per week.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).
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VECTICAL® OINTMENT Important Safety Information
Vectical® Ointment is a topical treatment for mild to moderate plaque psoriasis in adults, 18 years and older. When using Vectical®, you may experience skin discomfort and itching. Because Vectical® may affect how your body regulates calcium, tell your doctor if you suffer from kidney disease or renal insufficiency. Also, tell your doctor if you are taking medications like diuretics, calcium supplements or oral vitamin D, or if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or nursing. It is important to avoid excessive exposure to natural or artificial sunlight when using the ointment. If you experience severe irritation when using Vectical® discontinue use and contact your doctor immediately. Avoid contact with eyes, lips and face. Do not use more than 200 grams (2 tubes) per week.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).