DERMOVATE CREAM 25 GM

Clobetasol propionate cream

Why is clobetasol used?

It contains a medicine called clobetasol propionate. It belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It helps reduce swelling and irritation.

It is used to help reduce redness and itching of certain skin problems.

Do not use clobetasol:

If you are allergic (severely allergic) to clobetasol propionate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine

• On a child under one year old

• To treat any of the following skin problems, it can worsen them:

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• Severe redness of the skin in and around the nose area (rosacea).

• A patchy red rash around your mouth (perioral dermatitis).

• Itching around the anus or genitals (penis or vagina).

• Infected skin (unless the infection is being treated with anti-infective drugs at the same time).

• Itchy, non-inflammatory skin

• Prevalence of plaque psoriasis, except for single lesions.

Precautions and warnings:

Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using clobetasol if:

• I have previously experienced an allergic reaction to another steroid.

• Apply the cream under a tightly sealed bandage, such as a baby's diaper. These bandages facilitate the absorption of the active ingredient through the skin.

It is possible that you will end up using too much cream.

• Make sure to disinfect the skin before applying a new bandage to prevent infections.

• You were applying the cream to cracked or damaged skin or inside skin folds.

• You apply it to a large area.

• If you have psoriasis, your doctor will want to see you more often.

• You were using it to treat a chronic leg ulcer because you may be at increased risk of a local allergic reaction or infection.

• You were using it near the eyes or on the eyelids, as cataracts or glaucoma may occur if the cream gets into the eye repeatedly.

• You should use it on delicate skin such as the face because clobetasol can cause skin thinning. Use on the face should be limited to 5 days.

Bandages or dressings should not be used on the face where the cream is applied.

Possible side effects:

Stop using the product and seek immediate medical attention if you experience throat tightness or swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue.

Or you may feel faint or have difficulty breathing. Stop using the product if you experience hives or itching on your face or body.

Other medications and clobetasol:

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicine, especially if you are taking ritonavir and itraconazole.

How to use Clobetasol:

You usually apply a thin layer of clobetasol once or twice a day.

This may decrease as your skin begins to improve, or stop as it improves.

Your doctor may prescribe a weaker steroid for you to use instead.

If you are also using an emollient (moisturizer), allow time for clobetasol to be absorbed into your skin before applying the emollient.

This cream is for use on your skin only.

Do not use for more than 4 weeks without speaking to your doctor. If you need long-term treatment,

Your doctor may decide that you need to use a milder cream or ointment.

If your skin problem worsens or does not improve within 2 to 4 weeks, talk to your doctor.

How to store Clobetasol:

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the tube or carton after (EXP).

The expiry date refers to the last day of the same month.

Do not store above 25°C

Do not dispose of medications down the drain or in household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications you no longer use.

These measures will help protect the environment.