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Lobate Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Lobate Cream also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Lobate Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lobate Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lobate Cream normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lobate Cream is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Lobate Cream related warnings talks about Lobate Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Lobate Cream contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Lobate Cream may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lobate Cream is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Lobate Cream 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 Lobate Cream safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lobate. It is best to stop taking Lobate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lobate Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Lobate as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Lobate Cream on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lobate on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lobate Cream on the Liver?
Lobate is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Lobate Cream on the Heart?
You can take Lobate without any fear of damage to the heart.
Lobate Cream 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 Lobate Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lobate Cream habit forming or addictive?
Lobate Cream does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lobate Cream does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Lobate Cream is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lobate Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lobate Cream
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lobate Cream and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lobate Cream
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lobate Cream with alcohol.
No, Lobate alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Lobate is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Lobate should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Lobate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
No, Lobate should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Lobate 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 Lobate is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Lobate should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Lobate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Lobate 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.
Lobate is used for the short-term treatment up to 2 weeks and if required then maximum up to 4 weeks. You are advised to use it as directed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid the unpleasant side effect.
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