The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Itching (3%)
- Headache (3%)
- Runny nose, sore throat (2%)
- Itching (4%)
- Psoriasis (2%)
- Skin redness (2%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Scaly rash
- Skin irritation
- Skin burning
- Inflamed hair pores (folliculitis)
- Lightening of skin color at the site of application
Source: DailyMed
The following Taclonex side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Burning, itching, crusting, or peeling of treated skin
- Change in vision
- High blood sugar (hyperglycemia)—increased thirst or amount of urine, unusual weakness or fatigue, blurry vision
- High calcium level—increased thirst or amount of urine, nausea, vomiting, confusion, unusual weakness or fatigue, bone pain
- Low adrenal gland function—nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Headache
- Mild skin irritation, redness, or dryness
- Sensitivity to light
- Small, red, pus-filled bumps on skin around hair follicles
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