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Gracederm 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 Gracederm is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gracederm safe for pregnant women?
Gracederm has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Gracederm without medical advice.
Is the use of Gracederm safe during breastfeeding?
Gracederm may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Gracederm , discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Gracederm .
What is the effect of Gracederm on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gracederm on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gracederm on the Liver?
Gracederm does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Gracederm on the Heart?
Using Gracederm does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gracederm 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 Gracederm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gracederm habit forming or addictive?
Gracederm does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gracederm you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gracederm is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gracederm for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gracederm
Taking Gracederm with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gracederm
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gracederm .
Yes, Gracederm 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.
Gracederm 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, Gracederm 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.
Gracederm 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, Gracederm alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Gracederm is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Gracederm should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Gracederm and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience