Clobetasol + Clotrimazole is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clobetasol + Clotrimazole is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Clobetasol + Clotrimazole safe for pregnant women?
Clobetasol + Clotrimazole is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Clobetasol + Clotrimazole safe during breastfeeding?
Clobetasol + Clotrimazole is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clobetasol + Clotrimazole on the Kidneys?
Using Clobetasol + Clotrimazole does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobetasol + Clotrimazole on the Liver?
Clobetasol + Clotrimazole is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clobetasol + Clotrimazole on the Heart?
You can take Clobetasol + Clotrimazole without any fear of damage to the heart.
Clobetasol + 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 Clobetasol + Clotrimazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobetasol + Clotrimazole habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Clobetasol + Clotrimazole.
Interaction between Food and Clobetasol + Clotrimazole
You can take Clobetasol + Clotrimazole with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobetasol + Clotrimazole
You may consume alcohol while taking Clobetasol + Clotrimazole. But caution is still important.
Yes, Clobetasol + Clotrimazole is a steroid. It contains clobetasol which is a potent corticosteroid. It should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which are used by some bodybuilders without prescription to build muscle mass.
Yes, Clobetasol + Clotrimazole might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Clobetasol + Clotrimazole to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).
Clobetasol + Clotrimazole 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.
Yes, Clobetasol + Clotrimazole is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as skin atrophy (skin thinning), burning or stinging sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Clobetasol + Clotrimazole is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
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