Taclonex User Reviews & Ratings

• JPI...
• July 15, 2011

For Psoriasis "I love Taclonex to manage my symptoms of psoriasis. My problems started after the birth of my first child. I later learned pregnancy makes autoimmune conditions much worse. While living in the Bay Area, I was fortunate enough to meet a nutritionist who explained to me the true causes of psoriasis. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease but can be made better by identifying and eliminating foods that trigger an immune response in your system. An ALCAT blood test can identify your problematic foods, and those food changes combined with Taclonex resulted in total clearance of psoriasis. I can't tell you what a relief it has been."

• Pso...
• November 25, 2014

For Psoriasis "I used Taclonex when it first came on the market. The scratching would keep me up all night, and I would use sandpaper from the hardware store to file down the hard crust. I was always bleeding. I went to the dermatologist again, and he told me something new came on the market and told me it works in 75% of the people. He gave me samples. I asked if I should file down the crust before applying the samples. I swear, the next day the crust was gone. It was like a miracle. The whole area, which had lost its color, came back in about a year. I may be 1 of the lucky ones - it never came back - skin clear & soft."

• jkl...
• March 1, 2014

For Psoriasis "I have had psoriasis for over 15 years, and Taclonex was the only medication that actually cleared it up. It worked quickly, and the psoriasis stayed gone. I was only fortunate enough to experience this medication because my dermatologist gave me free samples, and I was able to spread that out for a year. My psoriasis stayed clear for about 6 months after I stopped using the Taclonex. My only cons to this medication are that it tore up my fingernails (I recommend applying it with gloves) and the price! I was very disappointed when I went to fill my prescription and found out the price. I just cannot afford it. Almost $800.00 with insurance! That is the only reason I gave 7 stars. If it were actually affordable, I would give it 100 stars."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2014

For Psoriasis "I have had psoriasis for like 5 years. Nothing has worked. I have had it in some spots on my body, my ears, and on my scalp. I used this medicine one time in my ears, and some on my scalp, and I saw a huge improvement. My ears are pretty much cleared up, and my scalp is on its way! Best topical I have ever used! I highly recommend it!"

• big...
• August 29, 2008

For Psoriasis "This topical ointment is amazing. It produced outstanding results for me within a few days, and after about 2 weeks, I had several spots that were completely clear. I have had psoriasis for over 20 years, and this is the first drug that actually produced any clearing at all. My lower legs and torso areas are completely clear, and the more difficult areas to control, the outer thighs and buttocks areas, are now about 80% clear. The more difficult areas have never responded to any drugs. I have tried several through the years and had given up on drugs and relied on tanning lights or sunshine for my treatment. But with this one, I hit the jackpot."

• Mav...
• June 26, 2014

For Psoriasis "Scalp psoriasis spread uncontrolled for over 2 years, it was unbearable! Less than a week on this medication, and it's almost completely cleared up. The price is high, but the results are worth it. No negative side effects."

• Hi5...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 22, 2013

For Psoriasis "My scalp psoriasis began about 5 years ago, about the same time I was put on high blood pressure medication. I'm not sure if there is any connection. I have tried all kinds of medicines as well as laser therapy with no success. Recently, I went to a new dermatologist who prescribed Taclonex with great success. However, if I stop using it for more than 3 days, the psoriasis starts up again. One of my complaints is I have a hard time washing it out of my hair. The day after I use the medicine, I wash my hair at least 4 times, and it still is greasy."

• Kel...
• September 8, 2013

For Psoriasis "I love Taclonex, this is amazing. I have had psoriasis for the past 12 years. I have been waiting many years for something to finally help my knees and elbows. After a week of using this product, I saw the results. I couldn't be happier."

• Kel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 23, 2013

For Psoriasis "This is AMAZING! I've had nasty eczema on my index finger for almost a year, where it was almost impossible to use the digit. It was thick, unbendable, cracking, bleeding, and painful! After a week, I actually have feeling back in that finger. It has cleared up spots on my neck and behind my ears. Just amazing!"

• Emi...
• October 31, 2015

For Psoriasis "I've had psoriasis for 15 years, and I used the Taclonex ointment for a couple of years before going on biologics. Last month, I had a flare-up while on Stelara, and my derm told me Taclonex had been reformulated into a suspension, and he wanted me to try it and gave me a coupon for $0 copay. Yay! I take the RX to be filled and find out that my insurance will not cover it, and the coupon pays up to $300, my portion was $1,433. The ointment worked well for me, so I just knew the reformulated version would work wonders. I used the suspension 2x/day for a month. This medication was extremely greasy, ruined my sheets and my clothes, and actually made my psoriasis worse. I would NOT recommend this product. Try clobetasol instead."

• Cra...
• July 28, 2013

For Psoriasis "I love Taclonex. I have had psoriasis for the past 25 years. I never wore short-sleeve shirts or shorts until I started using Taclonex. Thank you to my dermatologist. I have tried so many medicines, and nothing worked. It is kind of greasy, but I have been waiting many years for something to finally help my knees and elbows. I couldn't be happier."

• Anonymous
• May 4, 2010

For Psoriasis "This drug was extremely effective at treating my psoriasis. I have fairly severe guttate psoriasis, in which I develop small spots over large areas of my body (as opposed to one large, localized spot). After applying Taclonex for only three days or so, the spots began to clear up almost completely. There are no side effects that I notice with this medication. The only negative involved is that the salve is greasy and difficult to apply. I would literally spend twenty minutes applying it to all the small spots on my body twice a day. That, combined with the fact that my whole body would be covered in a thin greasy film, led me to eventually seek out other treatment. If these don't apply to you, this medicine is hard to beat."

• Inn...
• September 23, 2009

For Psoriasis "I went to the dermatologist after having psoriasis on my hands, elbows, fingers, and toes. He gave me Laclotion and Clobetasol foam. These did not work after using them for 2 weeks! I went to a different doctor who gave me Taclonex, and even though it's greasy when you put it on (not like the Clobetasol foam that dried up right away), the Taclonex got rid of the psoriasis after 7 days. It really is amazing."

• Jez...
• May 1, 2015

For Psoriasis "This product is extremely greasy. It does not absorb into the skin and sits on the surface until eventually it will wipe off on clothes, furniture, bed sheets, etc. As a result, it can't really be used in the morning, day, or evening. Disappointingly, CVS would not take it back for a refund on the day of sale. I also called Leo Pharmaceuticals, who make the product, and they could only offer an exchange for the same product! Outrageous considering how much money the industry makes!! Now I have 2 bottles of this expensive product I cannot use. I recommend getting the Clobetasol cream and steer clear of this one."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 9, 2012

For Psoriasis "I absolutely love this medicine. It works wonders for my small spots of plaque psoriasis on my body. I also have scalp psoriasis, which I also treat with Taclonex. I use it mainly around my hairline because it makes my hair very greasy and oily looking. This is the only ointment-type topical medication I have been prescribed that legitimately works. I was diagnosed with psoriasis at the age of 3 and am now 16 and have been using this for about 3 years now. I find that there aren't really any side effects that I can think of. If I routinely apply this every night before I go to bed, my psoriasis will disappear within a week and stay gone or come back in about two weeks without applying it."

• Jai...
• December 2, 2012

For Psoriasis "I tried other medicine that did not work and cost me over $100.00. I tried the Taclonex liquid in a bottle for my scalp and applied it to my legs. My scalp cleared in a week, my legs are coming along very well. The dark patches have completely vanished. When I went back to my doctor, he was very impressed, and so was I. I asked for a prescription for the ointment for my legs and to use the other on my scalp on an as-needed basis. My doctor's office also gave me the prescription card, I'm able to get 6 bottles of liquid for my scalp and 6 ointments for my legs."

• Anonymous
• January 12, 2010

For Psoriasis "I have been on Taclonex and urea cream for my psoriasis for over a year now. I have also been receiving light therapy and laser light therapy as well, and it has still not cleared up. Just wondering if anyone else out there has experienced the same thing as myself and have they tried anything else. Sick of psoriasis...."

• Sca...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2017

For Psoriasis "I have had scalp psoriasis for over 20 years, and about 10 years ago developed it in my ears as well. I was able to calm the scalp psoriasis for a long time with Nioxin shampoo and scalp therapy, but nothing was helping with my ears - they were so bad with plaques at times I couldn't hear well, and forget wearing a headset for work! Three days ago my doctor prescribed Taclonex after so many other things didn't work. Today I was able to wear earbuds for the first time in 5 years. As for my scalp, it started flaring up about a year ago, so I'm using Taclonex on my scalp as well. I don't notice as much change on my scalp yet, but I do notice a reduction in itching. Drawback - very greasy in the hair, hard to wash out."

• mur...
• August 9, 2014

For Psoriasis "I applied Taclonex for over a year. It soothes and moisturizes the skin, but consistent improvement did not happen. My psoriasis seemed to flare up and then subside without any direct impact from this product. It is expensive!"

• Dou...
• October 18, 2014

For Psoriasis "I've been struggling with scalp psoriasis for 4 years and tried the OTC treatments, but nothing has worked! My dermatologist prescribed me this medication, and I started applying it 2x/day on my scalp, and I started seeing major improvements within a week! I've stopped scratching my scalp now, and I've been happy to have this relief. Gone are the days when I would be scratching my scalp constantly, and my back would be full of dandruff. I also have guttate psoriasis on my legs and trunk. The results aren't as effective and instant compared to those on my scalp, so minus 2 stars! I wish it helped clear the pink spots up right away, though! Ugh, it's like acne on your legs, but more stubborn!"

• Anonymous
• July 20, 2009

For Psoriasis "I developed psoriasis after the birth of my first child. It responded well to Taclonex, but I had to stop using it for my second pregnancy. My elbows, and now the tops of my feet, became really bad recently, and I called for a new prescription. After weeks of terrible discomfort, it is almost cleared in a few days' time. I have never experienced any side effects. I love this medicine."

• san...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 10, 2016

For Psoriasis "Taclonex Susp. has turned my life around! I primarily use it on my scalp and sometimes on the cuticles of my toes. I no longer look like a walking dandruff commercial. In the beginning, I did use it about 3-4 times in a row at night. Then, I'd shampoo with a product that had salicylic acid in it. After about 6 months, I didn't need to use the Taclonex as often. It has become an 'as needed' medication for me. When my scalp starts itching, it's time to start using the Taclonex Susp. I did get a Zero Co-Pay card from my derm and have not paid anything for this. I do have psoriasis everywhere else."

• dep...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 4, 2012

For Psoriasis "First tube working well, elbows and knees clear. Butt and back of legs showing signs of improvement. Doctor gave zero co-pay coupon or I would not be using this medication. Insurance people think a 60-gram tube should last three weeks."

• Cra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 3, 2019

For Psoriasis "This was an absolute miracle. I’m 43, and I’ve had scalp psoriasis off and on since I was 15. In the past, medium to high potency topical steroids cleared me up in about two weeks. However, I had been experiencing a flare-up for the past three years, and topical clobetasol hadn’t helped. My next treatment option would have been methotrexate, which I was extremely leery of taking, but my dermatologist prescribed Taclonex scalp, and I felt relief even after the FIRST application. My scalp was completely cleared in three days, except for a few scabs from my constant itching and picking. Unbelievable."

• Anonymous
• December 13, 2010

For Psoriasis "I have pretty bad psoriasis. It was mild at first, and I was prescribed Taclonex and Desonide, which worked like a charm. I changed insurances, and they didn't cover Taclonex, so my psoriasis spread like wildfire. What is worse is I am getting married in less than a year, and it is very noticeable on my arms. I finally got the insurance company to grant me an exception, so I have begun using Taclonex religiously! I hope it clears by my wedding."