Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Lozivate S may cause skin discoloration or color changes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind skin discoloration is not known but it is more likely to occur if the skin is covered with a dressing after applying this drug. So you are advised to not cover your skin with a dressing after applying this drug. 

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Lozivate S 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.

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Lozivate S should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Lozivate S 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 Lozivate S prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lozivate S 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.