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Calcitriol (topical): Pediatric drug information

Calcitriol (topical): Pediatric drug information
(For additional information see "Calcitriol (topical): Drug information" and see "Calcitriol (topical): Patient drug information")

For abbreviations, symbols, and age group definitions used in Lexicomp (show table)
Brand Names: US
  • Vectical
Brand Names: Canada
  • Silkis
Therapeutic Category
  • Vitamin D Analog
Dosing: Pediatric
Plaque psoriasis, mild to moderate

Plaque psoriasis, mild to moderate: Topical: Ointment:

Children ≥2 years to <7 years: Apply twice daily to affected area(s); maximum weekly dose: 100 g/week.

Children ≥7 years and Adolescents: Apply twice daily to affected areas; maximum weekly dose: 200 g/week.

Dosing: Kidney Impairment: Pediatric

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.

Dosing: Hepatic Impairment: Pediatric

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.

Dosing: Adult

(For additional information see "Calcitriol (topical): Drug information")

Plaque psoriasis

Plaque psoriasis: Topical: Apply twice daily to affected areas (maximum: 200 g weekly).

Dosing: Kidney Impairment: Adult

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.

Dosing: Hepatic Impairment: Adult

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.

Adverse Reactions

The following adverse drug reactions and incidences are derived from product labeling unless otherwise specified.

>10%: Endocrine & metabolic: Hypercalcemia (24%)

1% to 10%: Dermatologic: Skin pain (3%)

Postmarketing: Dermatologic: Bullous dermatitis (acute), burning sensation of skin, erythema of skin

Contraindications

There are no contraindications listed in the US manufacturer's labeling.

Canadian labeling: Hypersensitivity to calcitriol or any component of the formulation; ophthalmic or internal use; hypercalcemia or a history of abnormal calcium metabolism; concurrent systemic treatment of calcium homeostasis; severe renal impairment or end-stage renal disease; hepatic impairment.

Warnings/Precautions

Concerns related to adverse effects:

• Hypercalcemia: May cause hypercalcemia; if alterations in calcium occur, discontinue treatment until levels return to normal. Use with caution in patients receiving calcium supplements, high doses of vitamin D, or medications known to cause hypercalcemia (eg, thiazide diuretics).

Other warnings/precautions:

• Appropriate use: For external use only; not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use. Do not apply to facial skin, eyes, or lips. Absorption may be increased with occlusive dressings. The safety and effectiveness have not been evaluated in patients with known or suspected disorders of calcium metabolism.

Dosage Forms: US

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.

Ointment, External:

Vectical: 3 mcg/g (100 g)

Generic: 3 mcg/g (100 g)

Generic Equivalent Available: US

Yes

Pricing: US

Ointment (Calcitriol External)

3 mcg/g (per gram): $7.03 - $10.29

Ointment (Vectical External)

3 mcg/g (per gram): $11.45

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Dosage Forms: Canada

Excipient information presented when available (limited, particularly for generics); consult specific product labeling.

Ointment, External:

Silkis: 3 mcg/g (5 g, 30 g, 60 g, 100 g)

Administration: Pediatric

Topical: For external use only; not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use. Do not apply to eyes, lips, or facial skin. Rub in gently so that no medication remains visible. Limit application to only the areas of skin affected by psoriasis.

Administration: Adult

Topical: Apply externally; not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use. Do not apply to eyes, lips, or facial skin. Rub in gently so that no medication remains visible. Limit application to only the areas of skin affected by psoriasis.

Storage/Stability

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F); do not refrigerate; do not freeze.

Use

Management of mild to moderate plaque psoriasis (FDA approved in ages ≥2 years and adults).

Medication Safety Issues
Sound-alike/look-alike issues:

Calcitriol may be confused with alfacalcidol, Calciferol, calcitonin, calcium carbonate, captopril, colestipol, paricalcitol, ropinirole.

Metabolism/Transport Effects

Substrate of CYP3A4 (minor); Note: Assignment of Major/Minor substrate status based on clinically relevant drug interaction potential

Drug Interactions

Note: Interacting drugs may not be individually listed below if they are part of a group interaction (eg, individual drugs within “CYP3A4 Inducers [Strong]” are NOT listed). For a complete list of drug interactions by individual drug name and detailed management recommendations, use the Lexicomp drug interactions program by clicking on the “Launch drug interactions program” link above.

Aminolevulinic Acid (Systemic): Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Aminolevulinic Acid (Systemic). Risk X: Avoid combination

Aminolevulinic Acid (Topical): Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Aminolevulinic Acid (Topical). Risk C: Monitor therapy

Burosumab: Vitamin D Analogs may enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Burosumab. Risk X: Avoid combination

Calcium Salts: May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Vitamin D Analogs. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Cardiac Glycosides: Vitamin D Analogs may enhance the arrhythmogenic effect of Cardiac Glycosides. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Methoxsalen (Systemic): Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Methoxsalen (Systemic). Risk C: Monitor therapy

Multivitamins/Fluoride (with ADE): May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Vitamin D Analogs. Risk X: Avoid combination

Multivitamins/Minerals (with ADEK, Folate, Iron): May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of Vitamin D Analogs. Risk X: Avoid combination

Porfimer: Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Porfimer. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Thiazide and Thiazide-Like Diuretics: May enhance the hypercalcemic effect of Vitamin D Analogs. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Verteporfin: Photosensitizing Agents may enhance the photosensitizing effect of Verteporfin. Risk C: Monitor therapy

Vitamin D Analogs: May enhance the adverse/toxic effect of other Vitamin D Analogs. Risk X: Avoid combination

Pregnancy Considerations

Topical agents are recommended for the treatment of psoriasis in pregnancy; however, agents other than calcitriol are preferred. When alternatives are not appropriate, limit use to smallest possible area (AAD-NPF [Elmets 2021]; Maul 2021; Simionescu 2021).

Mechanism of Action

The mechanism by which calcitriol is beneficial in the treatment of psoriasis has not been established.

Pharmacokinetics (Adult Data Unless Noted)

Onset of action: Topical: ~2 weeks (Lebwohl 2007).

Metabolism: Primarily to calcitroic acid and a lactone metabolite.

Brand Names: International
International Brand Names by Country
For country code abbreviations (show table)

  • (AR) Argentina: Silcor;
  • (BE) Belgium: Silkis;
  • (BR) Brazil: Silkis;
  • (CH) Switzerland: Silkis;
  • (CL) Chile: Silkis;
  • (CN) China: Silkis;
  • (CO) Colombia: Silcor | Silkis;
  • (CZ) Czech Republic: Silkis;
  • (DE) Germany: Silkis;
  • (ES) Spain: Silkis;
  • (FI) Finland: Silkis;
  • (FR) France: Silkis;
  • (GB) United Kingdom: Silkis;
  • (GR) Greece: Silkis | Votrace;
  • (HK) Hong Kong: Silkis;
  • (HU) Hungary: Silkis;
  • (IE) Ireland: Silkis;
  • (IN) India: Psorafuse | Qsor | Rolsical | Sorvate;
  • (IT) Italy: Silkis;
  • (KW) Kuwait: Silkis;
  • (LU) Luxembourg: Silkis;
  • (MX) Mexico: Silkis;
  • (NL) Netherlands: Silkis;
  • (NO) Norway: Silkis;
  • (PE) Peru: Silkis;
  • (PH) Philippines: Silkis;
  • (PL) Poland: Silkis;
  • (PR) Puerto Rico: Vectical;
  • (PT) Portugal: Silkis;
  • (RU) Russian Federation: Silkis;
  • (SG) Singapore: Silkis;
  • (TW) Taiwan: Calkis | Caltriol | Silkis;
  • (UA) Ukraine: Phorcal;
  • (UG) Uganda: Sorvate;
  • (UY) Uruguay: Silcor;
  • (VE) Venezuela, Bolivarian Republic of: Silkis
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  5. Simionescu AA, Danciu BM, Stanescu AMA. State-of-the-art review of pregnancy-related psoriasis. Medicina (Kaunas). 2021;57(8):804. doi:10.3390/medicina57080804 [PubMed 34441010]
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