Clovate Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clovate Information

Clovate is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream, Solution. It is typically used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. The alternative uses of Clovate have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Clovate is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

While these are the most often observed Clovate side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Clovate are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Clovate's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Clovate has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clovate related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clovate contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Clovate have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clovate is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Clovate Benefits & Uses
Clovate Dosage & How to Take
Clovate Side Effects
Clovate Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Clovate with Other Drugs
Clovate Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clovate
Clovate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clovate Benefits & Uses

Clovate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Dermatitis

Other Benefits

Allergy
Lichen Planus
Ichthyosis
Skin Warts (Read More - Home remedies for warts)
Bed Sores

Clovate Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clovate Related Warnings

Is the use of Clovate safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Clovate. It is best to stop taking Clovate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Clovate safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Clovate on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Clovate on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Clovate on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Clovate on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Clovate on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Clovate on the Heart?

You can take Clovate without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clovate with Other Drugs

Clovate should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Deferasirox

Mild

Acarbose

Clovate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clovate unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Clovate

Is this Clovate habit forming or addictive?

Clovate does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Clovate will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Clovate should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Clovate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Clovate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clovate

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Clovate together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Clovate

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Clovate.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clovate

Question about 5 years ago

Does Clovate cause dry skin?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Clovate might cause dry skin in few cases only. However, the exact cause behind dry skin is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use a skin moisturizer. Skin moisturizer should be applied only after 30 minutes of applying this drug so that the Clovate can be absorbed by the skin.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Clovate for poison ivy?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Clovate may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Clovate a steroid?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clovate 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Clovate be used for ringworm?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Clovate 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 is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clovate should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Clovate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.