Dovobet Gel & Ointment

A free online consultation is required before this treatment can be supplied.

Dovobet is mainly prescribed to individuals over 18 years old who have plaque psoriasis requiring treatment. The recommended treatment duration is usually 4-8 weeks, applying Dovobet once daily to the affected skin.

For best results with Daivobet gel, apply a thin layer to the affected areas on your scalp, gently rub it in, and then leave it on. You can leave it on overnight or throughout the day before washing it out. No need to wash your hair before applying Dovobet gel.

DO NOT Use Dovobet if:

• You are under 18 years old
• You're allergic to betamethasone, calcipotriol, or any ingredients in Dovobet
• You have severe kidney or liver dysfunction
• You have a condition related to calcium metabolism
• You have certain skin conditions like perioral dermatitis, ichthyosis, acne, or rosacea
• You have severe types of psoriasis (pustular, guttate, erythrodermic, or exfoliative)
• You have viral infections such as chickenpox, herpes, or vaccinia
• You have fragile veins, stretch marks, or thin skin
• You have skin conditions associated with syphilis or tuberculosis lesions
• You have skin lesions around the eyes
• Avoid applying Dovobet near or around your eyes

Enstilar is a foam medication containing both calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate. It's approved for treating psoriasis vulgaris in adults. On the other hand, Dovobet Gel is the standard treatment for mild to moderate psoriasis, containing betamethasone dipropionate and calcipotriol.

They work similarly: Calcipotriol, a type of Vitamin D, helps control skin cell overactivity, while betamethasone dipropionate, a corticosteroid, reduces redness, swelling, itching, and irritation of the skin.

Active ingredients:

• Dovobet: Contains calcipotriol (vitamin D analogue) and betamethasone dipropionate (a corticosteroid).
  Enstilar: Contains calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate.

Form:

• Dovobet: Available as gel and ointment
• Enstilar: Available as foam only

Application:

• Dovobet: Gel is applied to the scalp, while the ointment is applied to the body. Requires rubbing into the affected area.
• Enstilar: Foam is applied directly to the affected area, including the scalp. Easier to spread and doesn't require rubbing.

Possible benefits:

• Dovobet: Offers faster initial relief due to the presence of a steroid (betamethasone)
• Enstilar: This May be preferred for those with sensitive skin or who cannot use steroids. Its foam formulation offers easier application, particularly for hairy areas like the scalp.

Potential drawbacks:

• Dovobet: Long-term use of steroids can have side effects, such as skin thinning. Not suitable for use on the face or genitals.
• Enstilar: May take longer to show results compared to Dovobet.