Etan G: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Etan G Information

Etan G, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. Etan G also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Etan G depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Etan G have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Etan G are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

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

Etan G is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Ulcerative Colitis, Gastritis, Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Etan G contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Etan G have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Etan G is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Etan G Benefits & Uses

Etan G is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Impetigo
Lichen Planus
Dermatitis
Cellulitis

Etan G 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
Adult	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Etan G Related Warnings

Is the use of Etan G safe for pregnant women?

Etan G shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Etan G safe during breastfeeding?

Etan G is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Etan G on the Kidneys?

Etan G may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Etan G on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Etan G on the liver.
What is the effect of Etan G on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Etan G for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Etan G with Other Drugs

Etan G should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tacrolimus

Bacitracin

Capreomycin

Furosemide

Moderate

Deferasirox

Aspirin(ASA),Paracetamol,Caffeine

Aspirin(ASA)

Mild

Acarbose

Etan G Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Parkinson's Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Etan G

Is this Etan G habit forming or addictive?

Etan G does not cause addiction.

Etan G Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Etan G

Taking Etan G with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etan G

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Etan G with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Etan G

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Etan G work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Etan G on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Etan G?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Etan G 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 over 5 years ago

Is Etan G safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Etan G 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 over 5 years ago

Does Etan G cause dry skin?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Etan G 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 Etan G can be absorbed by the skin.