Paper II — 2020 February (Supplementary) (2010 Scheme) — Q13

Paper II

2020 February (Supplementary) (2010 Scheme)

Question

Calcipotriol

Q131 marksShort Answers★✓

Answer

Uses: Psoriasis (topical vitamin D analogue), Chronic plaque psoriasis maintenance Adverse effects: Local skin irritation, Hypercalcaemia (with excessive/prolonged use)

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1. 1Drugs Acting on Skin and Mucous Membrane

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