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Plosat M is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. Secondary and off-label uses of Plosat M have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Plosat M. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Plosat M have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Plosat M are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Plosat M has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Plosat M has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Plosat M related warnings section.
The section on Plosat M contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Plosat M have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Plosat M is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Plosat M 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Plosat M safe for pregnant women?
Plosat M may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Plosat M again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Plosat M safe during breastfeeding?
Plosat M does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Plosat M on the Kidneys?
Plosat M does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Plosat M on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Plosat M on the liver.
What is the effect of Plosat M on the Heart?
Plosat M is not harmful for the heart.
Plosat M 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 Plosat M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Plosat M habit forming or addictive?
Plosat M is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Plosat M
Taking Plosat M with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Plosat M
Drinking alcohol while on Plosat M does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
Plosat M 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.
Yes, Plosat M 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 Plosat M can be absorbed by the skin.
Plosat M 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.
Yes, Plosat M may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.
Plosat M 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 Plosat M prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vusion® (miconazole nitrate, zinc oxide, and white petrolatum)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 792
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177