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Why Vectical® Ointment?

In their current treatment guidelines, The American Academy of Dermatology recommends the use of topical Vitamin D products for the treatment of psoriasis. General side effects seen from use of Vitamin D topical products, which tend to diminish with ongoing treatment, are burning, itching, peeling, dryness, swelling, and redness.

Vectical® Ointment is unique because it’s the only Vitamin D3 ointment containing calcitriol available.

Vectical® Ointment—Well studied

  • 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.
    • 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.

The ABVs of Vectical® Ointment

  • Vectical® Ointment contains calcitriol, which works on a cellular level to help inhibit the over production of skin cells, which is a key factor in psoriasis, and it is thought to help decrease the excessive immune response on the skin of patients with psoriatic lesions.
  • Vectical® Ointment has been studied worldwide in over 839 patients, and has been shown to be an effective Vitamin D3 ointment and well-tolerated.
  • Vectical® Ointment was developed to be a less irritating form of topical Vitamin D3 and can be used on specific plaques, large body surface areas (studied in up to 35% BSA), as well as sensitive skin fold areas.
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).