Taclonex Topical Suspension and Zidovudine Capsules and Tablets

• Generic Name: betamethasone / calcipotriene topical
• Dosage Forms: topical suspension
• 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: zidovudine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Retrovir

• It is used to treat HIV infection.
• It is used to keep the HIV infection from passing from the mother to the newborn during delivery. The newborn will also be given this medicine (zidovudine capsules and tablets) after birth.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.