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Lobate G Skin Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Lobate G Skin Cream also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Lobate G Skin Cream 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lobate G Skin Cream can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lobate G Skin Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Lobate G Skin Cream's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lobate G Skin Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lobate G Skin Cream related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lobate G Skin Cream contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Lobate G Skin Cream have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Lobate G Skin Cream, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lobate G Skin Cream 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 Lobate G Skin Cream safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lobate. It is best to stop taking Lobate immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Lobate G Skin Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Lobate as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Lobate G Skin Cream on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Lobate on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lobate G Skin Cream on the Liver?
Lobate is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Lobate G Skin Cream on the Heart?
You can take Lobate without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lobate G Skin Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lobate G Skin Cream habit forming or addictive?
Lobate G Skin Cream does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Lobate G Skin Cream does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Lobate G Skin Cream is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lobate G Skin Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lobate G Skin Cream
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lobate G Skin Cream and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lobate G Skin Cream
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lobate G Skin Cream with alcohol.
No, Lobate alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Lobate is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Lobate should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Lobate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
No, Lobate should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Lobate 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 Lobate is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Lobate should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Lobate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Lobate 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.
Lobate 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.
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