Soristop 0.005% Ointment - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
๐คฐ Pregnancy Category C
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 22, 2026
What is Soristop 0.005% Ointment used for?
Soristop 0.005% Ointment (Calcipotriol (0.005% w/w)) is used to treat . It contains Calcipotriol (0.005% w/w), which works by treating the condition effectively. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Calcipotriol (0.005% w/w)
- Manufacturer: Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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๐ Soristop 0.005% Ointment Uses & Benefits
- Soristop 0.005% Ointment is a topical medication used in the treatment of mild to moderately severe psoriasis.
- It works by lowering the rate at which skin cells grow.
- This reduces the red, scaly patches on the skin.Soristop 0.005% Ointment is for external use only.
- You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you.
- The affected area should be clean and dry before application.
- You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine.
- This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it.
- Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased.
- If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know.
- You can help this medicine work better by keeping the affected areas clean.Common side effects include dry skin, skin irritation, itching, burning sensation, stinging sensation, redness of skin, and rash at the site of application.
- Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time.
- Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.
- Avoid direct contact of the cream or ointment with your eyes.
- In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
- Soristop 0.005% Ointment should not be used on the face, as it may cause skin irritation.
- It is recommended to limit or avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV light while using this medication.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Calcipotriol (0.005% w/w) |
| Brand Name | Soristop 0.005% Ointment |
| Manufacturer | Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Action Class | Information pending |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take Soristop 0.005% Ointment
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of Soristop 0.005% Ointment
- Dry skin
- Skin irritation
- Itching
- Burning sensation
- Stinging sensation
- Rash
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.