Taclonex Scalp (Calcipotriene and Betamethasone Dipropionate Topical Suspension) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Taclonex Scalp Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Taclonex Scalp Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Indication

Taclonex Scalp® (calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate topical suspension) Topical Suspension is indicated for the topical treatment of moderate to severe psoriasis vulgaris of the scalp in adults 18 years and older.

Limitations of Use

Taclonex Scalp® (calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate topical suspension) Topical Suspension should not be used on the face, axillae or groin
Taclonex Scalp® (calcipotriene and betamethasone dipropionate topical suspension) Topical Suspension should n...

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What is Taclonex Scalp Prescribing Information?

Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More

What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Taclonex Scalp Patient Information: Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using betamethasone and calcipotriene and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

severe skin irritation on treated areas;
worsened symptoms or no improvement in psoriasis;
pus, swelling, redness, increased itching, or other signs of skin infection;
confusion, thirst, extreme tiredness, lost appetite, weight loss;
adrenal insu...

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What is Taclonex Scalp Patient Information?

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Taclonex Scalp Consumer Information: Uses

This product contains 2 drugs (betamethasone and calcipotriene) and is used to treat psoriasis of the scalp. Betamethasone is a very strong corticosteroid drug that helps decrease the swelling, redness, and itching of the skin that occurs with this condition. Calcipotriene, which is also known as calcipotriol in other countries, is a form of vitamin D. It works by slowing down the growth of skin cells so that they do not build up into thickened, scaly skin patches.

This medication should not be used if you have certain types of psoriasis (skin patches with pus-filled blisters, psoriasis wit...

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