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Exel Skin Cream 16gm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Other than this, Exel Skin Cream 16gm has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Exel Skin Cream 16gm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Exel Skin Cream 16gm as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Exel Skin Cream 16gm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Exel Skin Cream 16gm's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Exel Skin Cream 16gm has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Exel Skin Cream 16gm related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Exel Skin Cream 16gm are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Exel Skin Cream 16gm may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Exel Skin Cream 16gm, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Exel Skin Cream 16gm 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 Exel Skin Cream 16gm safe for pregnant women?
Exel can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Exel, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Exel Skin Cream 16gm safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Exel for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Exel Skin Cream 16gm on the Kidneys?
Exel does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Exel Skin Cream 16gm on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Exel on the liver.
What is the effect of Exel Skin Cream 16gm on the Heart?
Exel is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exel Skin Cream 16gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Exel Skin Cream 16gm habit forming or addictive?
Exel Skin Cream 16gm is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Exel Skin Cream 16gm does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Exel Skin Cream 16gm only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Exel Skin Cream 16gm is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Exel Skin Cream 16gm
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Exel Skin Cream 16gm together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Exel Skin Cream 16gm
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Exel Skin Cream 16gm with alcohol.
Yes, Exel might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Exel to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).
No, Exel 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 Exel is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Exel should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Exel and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Yes, Exel might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair solution such as minoxidil.
Yes, Exel 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.
Exel 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.
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
