Heximar Ointment
Indicated to manage psoriasis symptoms to alleviate skin lesions.
- Category
- Skin Care
- Active ingredient
- Calcipotriol
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Cutaneous use
- Form
- Ointment
- Strengths
- 15 · 30g
Heximar Ointment details
- Condition
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Alternative names
- Dovonex
- Therapeutic class
- Antipsoriatic
- Pharmacological class
- Vitamin D analogue
- Minor side effects
- skin irritation; burning; stinging
- Moderate side effects
- dermatitis; erythema; rash
- Serious side effects
- hypercalcaemia, requires immediate medical attention
- Dosage forms
- Ointment
- Administration route
- Cutaneous use
- Patient summary
- indicated to manage psoriasis symptoms to alleviate skin lesions.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Leo Pharma
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- Up to 8 weeks
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Age restrictions
- Consult physician for paediatric use.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use with caution. Breastfeeding: Consult physician.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to calcipotriol; calcium metabolism disorders; severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment
Precautions and warnings
do not exceed maximum weekly dosage; wash hands thoroughly after application; avoid facial contact
Mechanism of action
Calcipotriol is a synthetic vitamin D analogue that promotes normal keratinocyte differentiation and suppresses excessive cell proliferation in psoriatic plaques, helping manage scaling and thickness.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Heximar Ointment
Heximar Ointment contains calcipotriol, a primary ingredient used to manage plaque psoriasis. The same active ingredient is also sold under the brand name Dovonex. Manufactured by Leo Pharma, this topical treatment is supplied in a tube with strengths of 15g and 30g, providing a specific option for those maintaining their skin health routine.
Buying Heximar Ointment online
Heximar Ointment is registered across 13 markets including Hong Kong, Thailand and Malaysia, with availability also in the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan. It is one of the most ordered products for this condition across the region. Using generic calcipotriol often provides a far more affordable alternative to the original brand, offering a practical solution for expats and residents who need consistent access to treatment while living throughout Asia.