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Clopan Cream is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Clopan Cream have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Clopan Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clopan Cream as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Clopan Cream normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Clopan Cream has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clopan Cream related warnings talks about Clopan Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Clopan Cream have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Clopan Cream may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Clopan Cream is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Clopan Cream is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Clopan Cream safe for pregnant women?
Clopan may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Clopan again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clopan Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Clopan for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Clopan Cream on the Kidneys?
Clopan does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clopan Cream on the Liver?
Using Clopan does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Clopan Cream on the Heart?
Clopan is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clopan Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clopan Cream habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clopan Cream is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Clopan Cream since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Clopan Cream is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clopan Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clopan Cream
There is no information on the effects of taking Clopan Cream with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clopan Cream
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clopan Cream with alcohol.
Clopan should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Clopan should be applied after cleaning the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication till it disappears. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.
Clopan is a brand name of clobetasol and it comes in the form of ointment, cream, and lotion. It belongs to the class of drug known as steroids (corticosteroids). It is a prescription drug used for the treatment of skin diseases such as corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses, scalp psoriasis, and plaque psoriasis.
Application of Clopan on the face must be avoided but if it has been advised by your doctor then you can use it only for a short-term period not more than 5 days because the skin on your face thins easily.
No, Clopan does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Clopan contains clobetasol which is presumed to work by promoting the induction of inhibitory proteins (lipocortins) in the body. Lipocortins prevents the release of arachidonic acid which causes synthesis and release of certain chemicals such as histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins that causes inflammation. In this way Clopan prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Impoyz (clobetasol propionate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 895
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 369-370