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Clobetasol Cream is a prescription medicine. Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Clobetasol Cream has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clobetasol Cream. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Clobetasol Cream side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Clobetasol Cream are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clobetasol Cream is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Clobetasol Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Clobetasol Cream have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Clobetasol Cream may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Clobetasol Cream is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Clobetasol Cream 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clobetasol Cream is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Clobetasol Cream safe for pregnant women?
Clobetasol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Clobetasol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Clobetasol Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Clobetasol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clobetasol Cream on the Kidneys?
Using Clobetasol does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobetasol Cream on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Clobetasol on the liver.
What is the effect of Clobetasol Cream on the Heart?
Using Clobetasol does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Clobetasol Cream 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 Clobetasol Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobetasol Cream habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clobetasol Cream 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 Clobetasol Cream since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clobetasol Cream only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clobetasol Cream is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clobetasol Cream
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Clobetasol Cream with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobetasol Cream
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Clobetasol Cream and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Clobetasol is used for the short-term treatment up to 2 weeks and if required then maximum up to 4 weeks. You are advised to use it as directed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid the unpleasant side effect.
Application of Clobetasol 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, Clobetasol should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Clobetasol may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.
Clobetasol 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.
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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