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Clonit is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Clonit depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Clonit 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clonit is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Clonit safe for pregnant women?
Clonit may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Clonit, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Clonit safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Clonit as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Clonit on the Kidneys?
Clonit is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Clonit on the Liver?
Clonit does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Clonit on the Heart?
Clonit is not harmful for the heart.
Clonit 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 Clonit unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clonit habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clonit has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Clonit since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Clonit only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Clonit in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Clonit
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Clonit with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clonit
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clonit with alcohol.
No, Clonit does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Clonit 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 Clonit prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
Clonit 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.
Clonit should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Clonit 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.
Application of Clonit 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
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
