Taclonex is a topical prescription ointment used once daily to treat psoriasis, an inflammatory skin condition, in adult patients. This medication contains two active ingredients: betamethasone, a corticosteroid; and calcipotriene hydrate, a man-made form of vitamin D. Taclonex ointment should not be applied to the groin, armpits or face. Patients should discuss Taclonex side effects with a doctor before beginning treatment with this medication.
Burning or Itching
The most common side effects associated with Taclonex use are burning or itching at the application site, warn health professionals with PDRhealth, a medical information website associated with the Physicians' Desktop Reference. The affected skin region may also appear unusually dry or flaky. Sensations of itching or burning are temporary and typically resolve shortly after application. Patients may experience these side effects following subsequent applications of Taclonex.
Skin Discoloration or Thinning
Patients using Taclonex might observe abnormal skin discoloration at the ointment application site, explain medical experts with the National Psoriasis Foundation. The treated skin might appear unusually red or inflamed or may become lighter or darker than the surrounding, untreated skin. Affected patients may also notice that the treated skin becomes unusually soft or thin. Patients who develop any of these Taclonex side effects during treatment should contact a medical professional immediately. To avoid these side effects, patients should not use Taclonex for longer than four weeks, unless otherwise instructed by a doctor, warns PDRhealth.
Folliculitis
Rarely, patients using Taclonex can develop folliculitis as a side effect of treatment. Folliculitis is a side effect characterized by severe inflammation of the hair follicle. In clinical trials for this medication, approximately 1.4 percent of patients receiving Taclonex intermittently over a span of 52 weeks developed folliculitis, reports RxList, an online drug index. Inflammation of the hair follicles can be uncomfortable and may be accompanied by sensations of burning, itching or pain. Patients who develop folliculitis while using Taclonex should seek further evaluation and care from a physician.
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