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Clobex 10 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Clobex 10 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Clobex 10 Tablet 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.
Some other side effects of Clobex 10 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Clobex 10 Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clobex 10 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Clobex 10 Tablet related warnings talks about Clobex 10 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Clobex 10 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Clobex 10 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Clobex 10 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Clobex 10 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Clobex 10 Tablet 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 10 Tablet 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 10 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Clobex is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clobex 10 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Clobex rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobex 10 Tablet on the Liver?
Clobex is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Clobex 10 Tablet on the Heart?
Clobex is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clobex 10 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobex 10 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Clobex 10 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Clobex 10 Tablet
You can take Clobex 10 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobex 10 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Clobex 10 Tablet 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.
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