Clostar S: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clostar S Information

Clostar S is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Secondary and off-label uses of Clostar S have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Clostar S is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clostar S as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clostar S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Clostar S has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Clostar S has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clostar S related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Clostar S contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Clostar S with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Clostar S, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Clostar S Benefits & Uses

Clostar S is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Keratosis, Seborrheic
Lichen Planus
Dermatitis

Clostar S 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: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clostar S Related Warnings

Is the use of Clostar S safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Clostar S will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Clostar S safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Clostar S in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Clostar S is unavailable.
What is the effect of Clostar S on the Kidneys?

Clostar S has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clostar S on the Liver?

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

Side effects of Clostar S rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clostar S with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Deferasirox

Clindamycin

Isotretinoin

Tazarotene

Mild

Acarbose

Aspirin

Adapalene

Benzoyl Peroxide

Clostar S Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Clostar S

Is this Clostar S habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Clostar S.

Clostar S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clostar S

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Clostar S and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clostar S

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Clostar S with alcohol will be.

Frequently asked Questions about Clostar S

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clostar S cause yeast infections?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Clostar S does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Clostar S on my face?

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

Application of Clostar S 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 Clostar S work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clostar S be used for ringworm?

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

No, Clostar S alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Clostar S is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clostar S should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Clostar S and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clostar S cause skin discoloration?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Clostar S 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.