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Clovate G, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. Secondary and off-label uses of Clovate G have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Clovate G is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Clovate G side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clovate G go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clovate G is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Clovate G's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Clovate G can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Clovate G in conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease. The section on Clovate G contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Clovate G with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Clovate G, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clovate G is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Clovate G safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Clovate G. If you are pregnant, do not take Clovate G without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clovate G safe during breastfeeding?
Clovate G does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clovate G on the Kidneys?
Clovate G rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clovate G on the Liver?
Clovate G is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clovate G on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clovate G for the heart.
Clovate G should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clovate G unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clovate G habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Clovate G is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Clovate G
It is safe to take Clovate G with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clovate G
Information about the interaction of Clovate G and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Clovate G 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 Clovate G is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clovate G should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Clovate G and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Yes, Clovate G might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair solution such as minoxidil.
Yes, Clovate G 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.
Clovate G 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 Clovate G prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
Application of Clovate G 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.
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