Ambien Oral and Taclonex Scalp

• Generic Name: zolpidem
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Ambien, Ambien CR, Edluar, Intermezzo, ZolpiMist

Zolpidem is used to treat insomnia (trouble sleeping). It belongs to the group of medicines called central nervous system (CNS) depressants, which slows down the nervous system. Zolpidem will help you get to sleep faster and sleep through the night. In most cases, sleep medicines should only be used for short periods of time, such as 1 or 2 days, and for no longer than 1 or 2 weeks.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: betamethasone / calcipotriene topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Enstilar, Taclonex, Taclonex Scalp, Dovobet

Betamethasone and calcipotriene combination is used on the skin and scalp to treat plaque psoriasis.

Betamethasone is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). It helps relieve redness, pain, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by certain skin problems.

Calcipotriene is a form of Vitamin D. It works by changing how the skin cells are produced in the areas affected by psoriasis.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.