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Clobest is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Clobest also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Clobest depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Clobest have been listed ahead. These side effects of Clobest are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Clobest's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Clobest has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clobest related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Clobest are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Clobest may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Clobest is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Clobest 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 Clobest safe for pregnant women?
Clobest can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Clobest, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clobest safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Clobest as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Clobest on the Kidneys?
Clobest is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobest on the Liver?
Clobest does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Clobest on the Heart?
Using Clobest does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Clobest 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 Clobest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobest habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clobest has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clobest will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Clobest only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Clobest in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Clobest
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Clobest, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobest
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clobest with alcohol.
No, Clobest alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Clobest is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clobest should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Clobest and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
No, Clobest should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Clobest should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Clobest 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.
Clobest is used for the short-term treatment up to 2 weeks and if required then maximum up to 4 weeks. You are advised to use it as directed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid the unpleasant side effect.
No, Clobest alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Clobest is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clobest should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Clobest and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
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
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