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Obet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Other than this, Obet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Obet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Obet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Obet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Obet has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Obet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Obet related warnings section.
The section on Obet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Obet with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Obet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Obet 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 Obet safe for pregnant women?
Obet may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Obet, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Obet safe during breastfeeding?
Obet may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Obet on the Kidneys?
Using Obet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Obet on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Obet on the liver.
What is the effect of Obet on the Heart?
Obet is completely safe for the heart.
Obet 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 Obet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Obet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Obet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Obet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Obet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Obet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Obet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Obet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Obet
Information about the interaction of Obet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Obet 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, Obet 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 Obet can be absorbed by the skin.
Obet 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 Obet prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
Yes, Obet 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, Obet 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.
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
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