Cloderm (Kineses) 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cloderm (Kineses) is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cloderm (Kineses) safe for pregnant women?
Cloderm (Kineses) may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Cloderm (Kineses), and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Cloderm (Kineses) safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Cloderm (Kineses) for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cloderm (Kineses) on the Kidneys?
Using Cloderm (Kineses) does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Cloderm (Kineses) on the Liver?
Using Cloderm (Kineses) does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Cloderm (Kineses) on the Heart?
You can take Cloderm (Kineses) without any fear of damage to the heart.
Cloderm (Kineses) 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 Cloderm (Kineses) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cloderm (Kineses) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cloderm (Kineses) is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cloderm (Kineses) as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Cloderm (Kineses) only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Cloderm (Kineses) in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Cloderm (Kineses)
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cloderm (Kineses) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cloderm (Kineses)
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cloderm (Kineses) and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Cloderm (Kineses) 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.
No, Cloderm (Kineses) does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Cloderm (Kineses) 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 Cloderm (Kineses) to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).
Cloderm (Kineses) 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 Cloderm (Kineses) prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
Cloderm (Kineses) 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.
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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
