Lozivate is a prescription medicine that is available as a Lotion, Cream, Ointment. It is primarily used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Lozivate also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Lozivate depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
While these are the most often observed Lozivate side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Lozivate normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Lozivate's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lozivate related warnings talks about Lozivate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Lozivate have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Lozivate have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Lozivate, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lozivate 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lozivate is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Lozivate safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lozivate. It is best to stop taking Lozivate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lozivate safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lozivate on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lozivate on the Kidneys?
Lozivate is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Lozivate on the Liver?
Using Lozivate does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lozivate on the Heart?
Lozivate is not harmful for the heart.
Lozivate 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 Lozivate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lozivate habit forming or addictive?
Lozivate is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Lozivate since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Lozivate should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lozivate is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lozivate
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Lozivate together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lozivate
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lozivate.
Application of Lozivate 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.
Lozivate 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, Lozivate might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Lozivate is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.
Lozivate 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, Lozivate is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as skin atrophy (skin thinning), burning or stinging sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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