Clovate SL Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clovate SL Cream Information

Clovate SL Cream is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Clovate SL Cream also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Clovate SL Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Clovate SL Cream side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Clovate SL Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Clovate SL Cream is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Clovate SL Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clovate SL Cream related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Clovate SL Cream are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Clovate SL Cream may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Clovate SL Cream is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Clovate Sl Benefits & Uses
Clovate Sl Dosage & How to Take
Clovate Sl Side Effects
Clovate Sl Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Clovate Sl with Other Drugs
Clovate Sl Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Clovate Sl
Clovate Sl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Clovate SL Cream Benefits & Uses

Clovate SL Cream is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Keratosis, Seborrheic
Lichen Planus
Dermatitis

Clovate SL Cream Dosage & How to Take

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

Clovate SL Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Clovate SL Cream safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Clovate SL during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Clovate SL Cream safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Clovate SL in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Clovate SL Cream on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Clovate SL on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Clovate SL Cream on the Liver?

Clovate SL does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Clovate SL Cream on the Heart?

Clovate SL has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clovate SL Cream with Other Drugs

Clovate SL Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Deferasirox

Clindamycin

Isotretinoin

Tazarotene

Mild

Acarbose

Aspirin

Adapalene

Benzoyl Peroxide

Clovate SL Cream Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clovate SL Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Clovate SL Cream

Is this Clovate SL Cream habit forming or addictive?

Clovate SL Cream is not addictive in nature.

Clovate SL Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clovate SL Cream

There is no information on the effects of taking Clovate SL Cream with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clovate SL Cream

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clovate SL Cream with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Clovate SL Cream

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Clovate SL?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Clovate SL 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Clovate SL on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Clovate SL work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clovate SL be used for jock itch?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Clovate SL alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Clovate SL is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clovate SL should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Clovate SL and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Clovate SL safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clovate SL 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.