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Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Thrush. Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole related warnings talks about Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole is used -
Severe
Mild
Is the use of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole safe for pregnant women?
Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole. Immediately discontinue Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole on the Kidneys?
Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole on the Liver?
Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole on the Heart?
You can take Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole without any fear of damage to the heart.
Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole.
Interaction between Food and Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole
Taking Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole with alcohol will be.
No, ideally Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole is not used in eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole should be applied topically (on the skin) and it can be taken orally. Topically, it is applied in sufficient quantity on the affected area two times in a day. Duration, of course, will vary according to antifungal infection.
Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.
No, Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole is an antifungal drug. It is used to treat antifungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (a fungal infection between the toes known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina).
Take Beclomethasone + Clotrimazole as directed by your dermatologist. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your dermatologist.
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