Dantrium Intravenous and Taclonex Scalp topical

• Generic Name: dantrolene
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names: Dantrium, Dantrium Intravenous, Revonto, Ryanodex

Dantrolene is used to prevent or treat a medical problem called malignant hyperthermia that may occur in some patients during or following surgery or anesthesia. Malignant hyperthermia consists of a group of symptoms including very high fever, fast and irregular heartbeat, and breathing problems. It is believed that the tendency to develop malignant hyperthermia is inherited.

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 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.

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

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

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

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