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Calcipotriene Foam

Stiefel, a GSK Company · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Calcipotriene Foam is a Vitamin D3 analog Small molecule drug developed by Stiefel, a GSK Company. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Plaque psoriasis, Psoriasis vulgaris.

Calcipotriene is a vitamin D3 analog that binds to vitamin D receptors on skin cells to regulate cell proliferation and differentiation, reducing excessive skin cell growth characteristic of psoriasis.

Calcipotriene is a vitamin D3 analog that binds to vitamin D receptors on skin cells to regulate cell proliferation and differentiation, reducing excessive skin cell growth characteristic of psoriasis. Used for Plaque psoriasis, Psoriasis vulgaris.

Likelihood of approval
61.3% vs 58.3% industry baseline
If approved by FDA: likely 2028–2030
Steps remaining: NDA/BLA submission
Confidence: High
Why this estimate
  • Baseline phase 3 → approval rate +58.3pp
    Industry-wide phase 3 drugs reach approval ~58.3% of the time (BIO/Informa 2023 industry benchmark across all therapeutic areas).
  • Big-pharma sponsor +3.0pp
    Stiefel, a GSK Company is a top-20 pharma sponsor — historical approval rates run ~3pp above average due to scale, regulatory experience, and trial-design quality.
Predicted approval windows by jurisdiction (conditional on FDA approval)
Regulator Country Likely year Lag vs FDA
FDA US 2028–2030
EMA EU 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
MHRA GB 2029–2031 +0.7 yr
Health Canada CA 2029–2032 +0.9 yr
TGA AU 2029–2032 +1.2 yr
PMDA JP 2029–2032 +1.5 yr
NMPA CN 2030–2033 +2.3 yr
MFDS KR 2029–2032 +1.4 yr
CDSCO IN 2029–2033 +1.8 yr
ANVISA BR 2030–2033 +2.3 yr

Hover any row for the lag rationale. Lag estimates are reduced when the drug has FDA Breakthrough or EMA PRIME designation (sponsors file globally in parallel).

Estimate based on the BIO/Informa industry phase transition rates plus per-drug modifiers for therapeutic area, sponsor type, FDA designations, mechanism, and trial design. Per-jurisdiction lags from Tufts CSDD international approval studies. Not investment, clinical or regulatory advice. Methodology: /methodology#likelihood.

At a glance

Generic nameCalcipotriene Foam
SponsorStiefel, a GSK Company
Drug classVitamin D3 analog
TargetVitamin D receptor (VDR)
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaDermatology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Calcipotriene acts as a selective vitamin D receptor agonist, promoting normal differentiation and maturation of keratinocytes while inhibiting their proliferation. This mechanism helps normalize the abnormal skin cell turnover seen in psoriatic plaques. The foam formulation enhances penetration and patient compliance compared to traditional topical formulations.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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SourceUsed for
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Frequently asked questions about Calcipotriene Foam

What is Calcipotriene Foam?

Calcipotriene Foam is a Vitamin D3 analog drug developed by Stiefel, a GSK Company, indicated for Plaque psoriasis, Psoriasis vulgaris.

How does Calcipotriene Foam work?

Calcipotriene is a vitamin D3 analog that binds to vitamin D receptors on skin cells to regulate cell proliferation and differentiation, reducing excessive skin cell growth characteristic of psoriasis.

What is Calcipotriene Foam used for?

Calcipotriene Foam is indicated for Plaque psoriasis, Psoriasis vulgaris.

Who makes Calcipotriene Foam?

Calcipotriene Foam is developed by Stiefel, a GSK Company (see full Stiefel, a GSK Company pipeline at /company/stiefel-a-gsk-company).

What drug class is Calcipotriene Foam in?

Calcipotriene Foam belongs to the Vitamin D3 analog class. See all Vitamin D3 analog drugs at /class/vitamin-d3-analog.

What development phase is Calcipotriene Foam in?

Calcipotriene Foam is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Calcipotriene Foam?

Common side effects of Calcipotriene Foam include Skin irritation, Burning sensation, Pruritus, Erythema, Hypercalcemia (with excessive use).

What does Calcipotriene Foam target?

Calcipotriene Foam targets Vitamin D receptor (VDR) and is a Vitamin D3 analog.

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