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Clobetagen is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Clobetagen have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Clobetagen. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Clobetagen as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Clobetagen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Clobetagen's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Clobetagen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Clobetagen related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Clobetagen are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Clobetagen may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Clobetagen is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Clobetagen 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 Clobetagen safe for pregnant women?
Clobetagen can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Clobetagen, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clobetagen safe during breastfeeding?
Clobetagen has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clobetagen on the Kidneys?
Clobetagen does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobetagen on the Liver?
Clobetagen is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Clobetagen on the Heart?
You can take Clobetagen without any fear of damage to the heart.
Clobetagen 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 Clobetagen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clobetagen habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clobetagen has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Clobetagen since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Clobetagen only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Clobetagen is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Clobetagen
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Clobetagen and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobetagen
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clobetagen with alcohol.
Clobetagen 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 Clobetagen prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
Yes, Clobetagen 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.
Yes, Clobetagen 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.
Clobetagen 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.
No, Clobetagen alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Clobetagen is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clobetagen should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Clobetagen and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
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