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Clopan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream, Lotion. It is primarily used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Clopan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Clopan 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, Clopan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Clopan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clopan is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Clopan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clopan related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clopan contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Clopan with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clopan is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Clopan 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 Clopan safe for pregnant women?
Clopan may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Clopan again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clopan safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Clopan for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Clopan on the Kidneys?
Clopan does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clopan on the Liver?
Using Clopan does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Clopan on the Heart?
Clopan is completely safe for the heart.
Clopan 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 Clopan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clopan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clopan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Clopan since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Clopan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clopan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clopan
There is no information on the effects of taking Clopan with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clopan
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clopan with alcohol.
Clopan should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Clopan 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.
Clopan 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.
Application of Clopan 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.
No, Clopan does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Clopan 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 Clopan prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
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)
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