Cleocin (Clindamycin Injection) and Enstilar topical

• Generic Name: clindamycin
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Cleocin, Cleocin Pediatric, Cleocin HCl, Cleocin Phosphate, Cleocin Phosphate ADD-Vantage, Clindesse, ClindaMax Vaginal

• It is used to treat or prevent bacterial infections.

• Generic Name: betamethasone / calcipotriene topical
• Dosage Forms: aerosol, foam
• 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.

Enstilar (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat plaque psoriasis.

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

Enstilar foam or ointment should be used only on the skin and only by adults.

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