Paroxetine Oral Suspension and Taclonex Scalp topical

• Generic Name: paroxetine
• Dosage Forms: oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Brisdelle, Paxil, Paxil CR, Pexeva

Paroxetine is an antidepressant that belongs to group of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Paroxetine affects chemicals in the brain that may be unbalanced in people with depression, anxiety, or other disorders.

Paroxetine is used to treat depression, including major depressive disorder.

Paroxetine is also used to treat panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)>.

The Brisdelle brand of paroxetine is used to treat hot flashes related to menopause. Brisdelle is not for treating any other conditions.

• 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.