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Clonate Ointment 20gm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Clonate Ointment 20gm has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Clonate Ointment 20gm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Some other side effects of Clonate Ointment 20gm have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Clonate Ointment 20gm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Clonate Ointment 20gm has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Clonate Ointment 20gm has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Clonate Ointment 20gm related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Clonate Ointment 20gm are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Clonate Ointment 20gm may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Clonate Ointment 20gm is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Clonate Ointment 20gm 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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Is the use of Clonate Ointment 20gm safe for pregnant women?
Clonate can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Clonate, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Clonate Ointment 20gm safe during breastfeeding?
Clonate may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Clonate Ointment 20gm on the Kidneys?
Clonate is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Clonate Ointment 20gm on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Clonate on the liver.
What is the effect of Clonate Ointment 20gm on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Clonate for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Clonate Ointment 20gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Clonate Ointment 20gm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Clonate Ointment 20gm has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Clonate Ointment 20gm since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Clonate Ointment 20gm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Clonate Ointment 20gm cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Clonate Ointment 20gm
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Clonate Ointment 20gm and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Clonate Ointment 20gm
Information about the interaction of Clonate Ointment 20gm and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Clonate 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 Clonate is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Clonate should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Clonate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Clonate should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Clonate 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.
Application of Clonate on the face must be avoided but if it has been advised by your doctor then you can use it only for a short-term period not more than 5 days because the skin on your face thins easily.
Clonate 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, Clonate 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 Clonate can be absorbed by the skin.
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