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Clobital is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Clobital have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Clobital is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Clobital side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Clobital normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clobital is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Clobital's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Clobital have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Clobital may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Clobital is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Clobital 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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Is the use of Clobital safe for pregnant women?
Clobital may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Clobital, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Clobital safe during breastfeeding?
Clobital has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clobital on the Kidneys?
Clobital is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobital on the Liver?
Using Clobital does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Clobital on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clobital for the heart.
Clobital 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 Clobital unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobital habit forming or addictive?
Clobital is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Clobital since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Clobital only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clobital is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clobital
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Clobital together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobital
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clobital with alcohol.
Yes, Clobital may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.
No, Clobital alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Clobital is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clobital should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Clobital and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Yes, Clobital 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 Clobital can be absorbed by the skin.
Yes, Clobital might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Clobital is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.
Yes, Clobital 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.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Impoyz (clobetasol propionate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 895
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 369-370
