Taclonex Top
Generic Name: BETAMETHASONE/CALCIPOTRIENE (CALCIPOTRIOL) -
TOPICAL
Pronounced: (bay-tah-METH-ah-sown/kal-SIP-oh-try-een)
Taclonex Top Uses
This medication is used to treat psoriasis. It helps to
reduce the redness, thickening, and scaling of the skin that occurs with this
condition. Healthy skin lowers your risk for infection and protects you against
the environment. This product contains 2 drugs. Betamethasone is a very strong
corticosteroid drug that works by decreasing swelling, redness, and itching.
Calcipotriene is a form of vitamin D. It is also known as calcipotriol in other
countries. It works by slowing down the growth of skin cells so that they don't
build up into thickened, scaly skin patches.
This product should not be used if you have certain types
of psoriasis (skin patches with pus-filled blisters, psoriasis over most of
your body with intense redness/shedding/oozing). Consult your doctor for more
information.
How To Use Taclonex Top
Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your
pharmacist before you start using this product and each time you get a refill.
If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
This medication is for use on the skin only. Apply a thin
layer to the affected area(s), usually once daily or as directed by your
doctor. Rub it in gently and completely. Wash your hands after using, unless
you are using this medication to treat the hands. Avoid getting any medication
in the eyes. If this occurs, rinse eyes immediately with water. Do not apply
this product to the face, underarms, or groin area.
Do not use this medication for more than 4 weeks unless
directed by your doctor. Because of the increased risk of side effects, adults
should not use more than 100 grams of this product per week unless directed and
closely monitored by the doctor.
Do not bandage, wrap, or cover the treated area unless
your doctor instructs you to do so. Do not apply this medication to large areas
of damaged skin or use it in skin folds. Do not apply more of this medication
than prescribed or use it more often or for longer than directed. Doing so may
increase the amount of medication that is absorbed into your bloodstream, an
effect that may increase your risk of side effects.
Inform your doctor if your condition does not improve or
if it worsens. It may take a week to see any improvement and 4 weeks to see the
full benefit of this medication.
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