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

Clovate Sl Information

Clovate Sl, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream, Lotion. Clovate Sl also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Clovate Sl depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Clovate Sl can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clovate Sl go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Clovate Sl has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Clovate Sl related warnings talks about Clovate Sl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Drug reaction of Clovate Sl with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Clovate Sl, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Clovate Sl Benefits & Uses

Clovate Sl is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Keratosis, Seborrheic
Lichen Planus
Dermatitis

Clovate Sl 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

Clovate Sl Related Warnings

Is the use of Clovate Sl safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Clovate SL for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Clovate Sl safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Clovate SL in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Clovate Sl on the Kidneys?

Clovate SL has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clovate Sl on the Liver?

Clovate SL is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clovate Sl on the Heart?

Side effects of Clovate SL rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clovate Sl with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Deferasirox

Clindamycin

Isotretinoin

Tazarotene

Mild

Acarbose

Aspirin

Adapalene

Benzoyl Peroxide

Clovate Sl Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Clovate Sl

Is this Clovate Sl habit forming or addictive?

Clovate Sl is not addictive in nature.

Clovate Sl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clovate Sl

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Clovate Sl with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clovate Sl

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

Frequently asked Questions about Clovate Sl

Question over 5 years ago

What is Clovate SL?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Clovate SL 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Clovate SL on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Clovate SL should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Clovate SL work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Clovate SL 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 SL prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Clovate SL be used for jock itch?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Clovate SL alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Clovate SL is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clovate SL should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Clovate SL and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Clovate SL safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clovate SL 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.