calcipotriene
noun
cal·ci·po·tri·ene ˌkal-sə-(ˌ)pō-ˈtrī-ˌēn 
: a drug C27H40O3 that is a synthetic analog of vitamin D3 and is used topically to treat psoriasis
called also (chiefly British) calcipotriol
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Topical calcipotriene cream is a synthetic form of vitamin D that works to minimize redness and scaling of the skin. 
Sara Gaynes Levy, SELF, 29 Nov. 2021
Sara Gaynes Levy, SELF, 29 Nov. 2021 Word History
First Known Use
1994, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
calcipotriene
noun
cal·ci·po·tri·ene ˌkal-sə-(ˌ)pō-ˈtrī-ˌēn
: a drug C27H40O3 that is a synthetic analog of vitamin D3 and is used topically to treat psoriasis
An ointment containing the combination of betamethasone dipropionate and calcipotriene has proved superior to either of its individual components when applied once daily. Mark Lebwohl, ACP Medicine
Mark Lebwohl, ACP Medicinecalled also calcipotriol