Klosoft N is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Secondary and off-label uses of Klosoft N have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Klosoft N. 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, Klosoft N can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Klosoft N 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.
In addition, Klosoft N's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Klosoft N's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Klosoft N related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Klosoft N contraindications section.
Besides this, Klosoft N may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Klosoft N is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Klosoft N is used to treat the following -
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult(Male) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Klosoft N is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Klosoft N safe for pregnant women?
Klosoft N should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Klosoft N safe during breastfeeding?
Klosoft N may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Klosoft N, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Klosoft N.
What is the effect of Klosoft N on the Kidneys?
Klosoft N rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Klosoft N on the Liver?
Klosoft N does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Klosoft N on the Heart?
Using Klosoft N does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Klosoft N 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 Klosoft N unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Klosoft N habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Klosoft N has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Klosoft N
Taking Klosoft N with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Klosoft N
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Klosoft N with alcohol will be.
Klosoft N 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 Klosoft N prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
Yes, Klosoft N 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.
Application of Klosoft N 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.
Yes, Klosoft N 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 Klosoft N to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).
No, Klosoft N should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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