Powercort

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30 gm Cream in 1 Tube
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  • Contains / Salt: Clobetasol (0.05 % w/w)
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    Powercort Information

    Powercort is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Other than this, Powercort has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    The right dosage of Powercort depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Powercort can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Powercort are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    Furthermore, you should know that effect of Powercort is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Powercort has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Powercort related warnings section.

    Other contraindications of Powercort have been discussed in the sections ahead.

    Drug reaction of Powercort with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



    Powercort Benefits & Uses

    Powercort is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Powercort 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

    Powercort Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Powercort safe for pregnant women?


      Powercort can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Powercort right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

      Moderate
    • Is the use of Powercort safe during breastfeeding?


      Breastfeeding women can take Powercort as it bears very minor side effects for them.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Powercort on the Kidneys?


      Powercort is completely safe for kidneys.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Powercort on the Liver?


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

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Powercort on the Heart?


      Powercort is not harmful for the heart.

      Safe


    Severe Interaction of Powercort with Other Drugs

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

    Moderate

    Mild



    Powercort Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Powercort

    • Is this Powercort habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Powercort.

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


      Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Powercort since it does not cause drowsiness.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Powercort only as per medical advice.

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


      No, Powercort cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Powercort Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Powercort


      Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Powercort and food will interact.

      Unknown
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Powercort


      Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Powercort with alcohol.

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Powercort

    Question over 4 years ago

    Can Powercort be used for ringworm?

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

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

    Question over 4 years ago

    Can I use Powercort for lichen sclerosus?

    Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Powercort might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Powercort to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Can Powercort cause yeast infections?

    Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

    No, Powercort does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Powercort lighten skin?

    Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

    Yes, Powercort might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Powercort is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.

    Question almost 5 years ago

    Does Powercort cause hair loss?

    Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

    Yes, Powercort 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.



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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

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