Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid Benefits & Uses

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clobetasol (0.05% w/w), Fusidic Acid (2% w/w)
Adult	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clobetasol (0.05% w/w), Fusidic Acid (2% w/w)
Geriatric	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Clobetasol (0.05% w/w), Fusidic Acid (2% w/w)

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid is used -

Moderate

Erythema

Mild

Itching or burning
Dry Skin
Infection
Rash
Headache
Hair Loss

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid Related Warnings

Is the use of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid in pregnant women.
Is the use of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid safe during breastfeeding?

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid on the Liver?

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid on the Heart?

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid with Other Drugs

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Deferasirox

Mild

Acarbose

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Liver Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid

Is this Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid habit forming or addictive?

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid is not addictive in nature.

Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid

You can take Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid

Question about 6 years ago

Is Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid 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.

Question about 6 years ago

Can Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid cause yeast infections?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid be used for jock itch?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid lighten skin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid be used for ringworm?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Clobetasol + Fusidic Acid and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.