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Indications/Uses
Clobetasol is a very potent topical corticosteroid indicated for adults, elderly and children over 1 year for the short term treatment only of more resistant inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of steroid responsive dermatoses unresponsive to less potent corticosteroids. These include the following: Psoriasis (excluding widespread plaque psoriasis), Recalcitrant dermatoses, Lichen planus, Discoid lupus erythematosus, Other skin conditions which do not respond satisfactorily to less potent steroids.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adults, Elderly and Children over 1 year: Apply thinly and gently rub in using only enough to cover the entire affected area once or twice a day until improvement occurs (in the more responsive conditions this may be within a few days), then reduce the frequency of application or change the treatment to a less potent preparation. Allow adequate time for absorption after each application before applying an emollient.
Repeated short courses of clobetasol propionate may be used to control exacerbations.
Repeated short courses of clobetasol propionate may be used to control exacerbations.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any of its components.
The following conditions should not be treated with clobetasol: Untreated cutaneous infections, Rosacea, Acne vulgaris, Pruritus without inflammation, Perianal and genital pruritus, Perioral dermatitis.
Clobetasol is contraindicated in dermatoses in children under one year of age, including dermatitis and nappy eruptions.
The following conditions should not be treated with clobetasol: Untreated cutaneous infections, Rosacea, Acne vulgaris, Pruritus without inflammation, Perianal and genital pruritus, Perioral dermatitis.
Clobetasol is contraindicated in dermatoses in children under one year of age, including dermatitis and nappy eruptions.
Special Precautions
History of local hypersensitivity to other corticosteroids. W/draw gradually by reducing frequency of application, or by substituting less potent corticosteroid if manifestations of hypercortisolism (Cushing's syndrome) & reversible hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis suppression, leading to glucocorticosteroid insufficiency, can occur in some individuals as result of increased systemic absorption. Abrupt w/drawal of treatment may result in glucocorticosteroid insufficiency. Application to a large surface area; on occluded areas of skin (eg, intertriginous areas or under occlusive dressings), thin skin areas (eg, face), broken skin or other conditions where skin barrier may be impaired. Infection risk w/ occlusion. Psoriasis. Pregnancy. Do not apply to the breasts during lactation. Avoid long-term continuous therapy in infants & childn <12 yr as adrenal suppression can occur. More susceptible to develop atrophic changes w/ use in childn.
Storage
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C.
Protect from light.
Protect from light.
MedsGo Class
Topical Corticosteroids
Features
Dosage
500mcg / g
Ingredients
- Clobetasol Propionate
Packaging
Cream 10g
Generic Name
Clobetasol Propionate
Registration Number
DRP-2613
Classification
Prescription Drug (RX)
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