Clostar Gm Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clostar Gm Cream Benefits

Clostar Gm Cream is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Lichen Planus
Dermatitis
Bacterial Infections
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)

Clostar Gm Cream 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clobetasol ( 0.05 % w/w) , Neomycin ( 0.5 % w/w)
Adult(Male)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clobetasol ( 0.05 % w/w) , Neomycin ( 0.5 % w/w)
Geriatric	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clobetasol ( 0.05 % w/w) , Neomycin ( 0.5 % w/w)

Clostar Gm Cream Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clostar Gm Cream is used -

Severe

Hearing Loss
Damage to Ear

Moderate

Erythema
Allergic reaction
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Vertigo
Maculopapular rash

Mild

Itching or burning
Dry Skin
Infection
Rash
Headache
Hair Loss
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Urticaria

Clostar Gm Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Clostar Gm Cream safe for pregnant women?

Clostar Gm Cream can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Clostar Gm Cream safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Clostar Gm Cream. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Clostar Gm Cream on the Kidneys?

Clostar Gm Cream may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clostar Gm Cream on the Liver?

Clostar Gm Cream is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Clostar Gm Cream on the Heart?

Clostar Gm Cream is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clostar Gm Cream with Other Drugs

Clostar Gm Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Deferasirox

Digoxin

Medroxyprogesterone

Mild

Acarbose

Ethinyl Estradiol

Methotrexate

Sorafenib

Regorafenib

Clostar Gm Cream Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Dehydration
Myasthenia Gravis
Parkinson's Disease

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Frequently asked Questions about Clostar Gm Cream

Question about 6 years ago

How does Clostar Gm Cream work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Clostar Gm Cream 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 Clostar Gm Cream prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clostar Gm Cream lighten skin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Clostar Gm Cream might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Clostar Gm Cream is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.

Question about 6 years ago

How to apply Clostar Gm Cream?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Clostar Gm Cream should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Clostar Gm Cream 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Clostar Gm Cream a steroid?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Clostar Gm Cream 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Clostar Gm Cream cause dry skin?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Clostar Gm Cream 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 Clostar Gm Cream can be absorbed by the skin.