Betamethasone and calcipotriene topical and Methenamine

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

Betamethasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Calcipotriene is a form of vitamin D. It works by decreasing the rate of skin cell reproduction.

Betamethasone and calcipotriene topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat plaque psoriasis.

Adults may use the suspension (liquid) form of betamethasone and calcipotriene on the skin or the scalp. The liquid may be used only on the scalp in children who are at least 12 years old.

Betamethasone and calcipotriene topical foam or ointment should be used only on the skin and only by adults.

Betamethasone and calcipotriene may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: methenamine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Hiprex, Mandelamine, Urex

Methenamine is an antibiotic that is used to prevent recurring bladder infections from coming back. Methenamine is used in adults and children at least 6 years old.

Methenamine is usually given after other antibiotics have been given to treat the initial infection.

Methenamine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.