Patients who are treated with greater than 100 grams per week of topical calcipotriene for psoriasis need to be monitored for:

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Topical calcipotriene contains vitamin D analogs and can raise blood calcium levels, leading to hypercalcemia. Patients using greater than 100 grams per week are particularly at risk and should be monitored closely. Symptoms of hypercalcemia include increased thirst, frequent urination, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, muscle weakness, and confusion.

Patients Who Are Treated with Greater Than 100 Grams Per