Clovate Sl: 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 Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clovate Sl is used -

Moderate

Erythema

Mild

Itching or burning
Dry Skin
Infection
Rash
Headache
Hair Loss
Skin irritation
Swelling

Clovate Sl Related Warnings

Is the use of Clovate Sl safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Clovate SL during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
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?

Very few cases of side effects of Clovate SL on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Clovate Sl on the Liver?

Clovate SL does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Clovate Sl on the Heart?

Clovate SL has very mild side effects on 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 is no information on the effects of taking Clovate Sl with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clovate Sl

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

Frequently asked Questions about Clovate Sl

Question about 5 years ago

Is Clovate SL a steroid?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clovate SL 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 almost 6 years ago

Can Clovate SL cause skin discoloration?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Clovate SL may cause skin discoloration or color changes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind skin discoloration is not known but it is more likely to occur if the skin is covered with a dressing after applying this drug. So you are advised to not cover your skin with a dressing after applying this drug.

Question over 5 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I use Clovate SL without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Clovate SL is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clovate SL lighten skin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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