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Topisal is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion,Ointment. Other than this, Topisal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Topisal 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Topisal as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Topisal normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Topisal's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Topisal related warnings talks about Topisal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Topisal have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Topisal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Topisal is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Topisal is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Topisal safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Topisal during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Topisal safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Topisal in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Topisal is unavailable.
What is the effect of Topisal on the Kidneys?
Topisal rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Topisal on the Liver?
Topisal is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Topisal on the Heart?
Topisal may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Topisal 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 Topisal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Topisal habit forming or addictive?
Topisal does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Topisal
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Topisal, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Topisal
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Topisal and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Topisal 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 Topisal can be absorbed by the skin.
Topisal 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.
Yes, Topisal is a steroid. It contains clobetasol which is a potent corticosteroid. It should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which are used by some bodybuilders without prescription to build muscle mass.
Topisal should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Topisal should be applied after cleaning the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication till it disappears. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.
Yes, Topisal 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.
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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 369-370
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 889