Betamethasone and Calcipotriene
Taclonex is a prescription topical medication combining calcipotriene (a vitamin D analog) and betamethasone (a corticosteroid) used to treat plaque psoriasis. The two active ingredients work together to reduce inflammation, itching, and abnormal skin cell growth associated with this chronic skin condition. It is typically prescribed for adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
Taclonex is a topical combination medication for plaque psoriasis that reduces inflammation and normalizes skin cell growth.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 748281
- Generic
- Taclonex
- Class
- brand-name
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- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Taclonex is indicated for the topical treatment of plaque psoriasis in adults. It is specifically designed for patients with moderate to severe forms of this condition affecting the scalp and/or body.
Taclonex combines two active ingredients: calcipotriene (vitamin D analog) helps normalize the growth and development of skin cells, while betamethasone dipropionate (corticosteroid) reduces inflammation, itching, and redness by suppressing the immune response in the affected skin areas.
Taclonex should be applied as directed by a healthcare provider, typically once daily for up to 4 weeks for scalp psoriasis and 8 weeks for body psoriasis. It should not be used on the face, eyes, or mucous membranes. Prolonged use on large areas of the body should be avoided due to potential systemic absorption of the corticosteroid component. Patients should wash hands after application and avoid using in combination with other vitamin D products or corticosteroids unless directed by a physician.
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