Clopinate F: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clopinate F Information

Clopinate F is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Clopinate F also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clopinate F. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Clopinate F can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clopinate F 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clopinate F is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Clopinate F's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clopinate F related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Clopinate F are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Clopinate F 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 Clopinate F is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Clopinate F Benefits & Uses
Clopinate F Dosage & How to Take
Clopinate F Side Effects
Clopinate F Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Clopinate F with Other Drugs
Clopinate F Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clopinate F
Clopinate F Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clopinate F Benefits & Uses

Clopinate F is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Skin Infections

Clopinate F 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

Clopinate F Related Warnings

Is the use of Clopinate F safe for pregnant women?

Clopinate F is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Clopinate F safe during breastfeeding?

Clopinate F does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Clopinate F on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Clopinate F on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clopinate F on the Liver?

Clopinate F is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Clopinate F on the Heart?

Using Clopinate F does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clopinate F with Other Drugs

Clopinate F should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Deferasirox

Mild

Acarbose

Clopinate F Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clopinate F unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Clopinate F

Is this Clopinate F habit forming or addictive?

Clopinate F does not cause addiction.

Clopinate F Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clopinate F

Taking Clopinate F with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clopinate F

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

Frequently asked Questions about Clopinate F

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Clopinate F on my face?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Application of Clopinate F on the face must be avoided but if it has been advised by your doctor then you can use it only for a short-term period not more than 5 days because the skin on your face thins easily.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Clopinate F work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Clopinate F contains clobetasol which is presumed to work by promoting the induction of inhibitory proteins (lipocortins) in the body. Lipocortins prevents the release of arachidonic acid which causes synthesis and release of certain chemicals such as histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins that causes inflammation. In this way Clopinate F prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Clopinate F?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Clopinate F 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clopinate F cause dry skin?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Clopinate F 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 Clopinate F can be absorbed by the skin.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clopinate F cause skin discoloration?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Clopinate F 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.