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Clobex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Clobex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Clobex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Clobex have been listed ahead. These side effects of Clobex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Clobex's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Clobex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clobex related warnings section.
Clobex is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clobex contraindications section.
Additionally, Clobex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clobex is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Clobex is used to treat the following -
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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Is the use of Clobex safe for pregnant women?
Clobex can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Clobex safe during breastfeeding?
Clobex is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clobex on the Kidneys?
Clobex rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobex on the Liver?
Clobex is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clobex on the Heart?
Clobex is not harmful for the heart.
Clobex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clobex unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobex habit forming or addictive?
Clobex is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Clobex
You can take Clobex with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobex
Information about the interaction of Clobex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Clobex 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.
No, Clobex should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Clobex 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 Clobex can be absorbed by the skin.
Clobex should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Clobex should be applied after cleaning the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication till it disappears. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.
Yes, Clobex 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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