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Clobiderm is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Clobiderm have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Clobiderm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clobiderm as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Clobiderm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Clobiderm's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Clobiderm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Clobiderm are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Clobiderm have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Clobiderm is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Clobiderm 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clobiderm is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Clobiderm safe for pregnant women?
Clobiderm may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Clobiderm, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Clobiderm safe during breastfeeding?
Clobiderm may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clobiderm on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Clobiderm on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobiderm on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Clobiderm on the liver.
What is the effect of Clobiderm on the Heart?
Clobiderm is not harmful for the heart.
Clobiderm 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 Clobiderm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobiderm habit forming or addictive?
Clobiderm does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Clobiderm does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Clobiderm is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Clobiderm for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clobiderm
There is no information on the effects of taking Clobiderm with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobiderm
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Clobiderm and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Clobiderm 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.
Yes, Clobiderm might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Clobiderm is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Clobiderm might cause dry skin in few cases only. However, the exact cause behind dry skin is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use a skin moisturizer. Skin moisturizer should be applied only after 30 minutes of applying this drug so that the Clobiderm can be absorbed by the skin.
No, Clobiderm 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 Clobiderm is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clobiderm should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Clobiderm and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
No, Clobiderm 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience