Dermovate Cream 25g for the treatment of psoriasis, recalcitrant eczema, lupus lichenoides, discoid lupus erythematosus and other skin conditions that do not respond to less active steroids.
Why clobetasol is used:
It contains a medicine called clobetasol propionate. It belongs to a group of medicines called stimulants. Helps reduce swelling and irritation. It is used to help reduce redness and itching of certain skin problems.
Do not use clobetasol:
• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to clobetasol propionate or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
• On a child less than one year old
• To treat any of the following skin problems, which can make them worse:
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• Severe redness of the skin in and around the nose area (rosacea).
• A red, spotty rash around your mouth (perioral dermatitis).
• Itching around the anus or genitals (penis or vagina).
• Infected skin (unless the infection is being treated with anti-infective medications at the same time).
• Itchy, non-inflamed skin
• Widespread plaque psoriasis, except for solitary lesions.
Warnings and precautions:
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using clobetasol if:
• You have previously had an allergic reaction to another steroid.
• You apply the cream under an airtight bandage, including the baby's diaper. These dressings facilitate the passage of the active substance through the skin. You may end up using too much cream.
• Make sure to disinfect the skin before applying a new bandage to prevent infections.
• You are applying the cream to cracked or damaged skin or within skin folds.
• You apply it over a large area.
• You have psoriasis, your doctor will want to see you more often.
• You are using it to treat a chronic leg ulcer because you may be at increased risk of a local allergic reaction or infection.
• You are using it near the eyes or on the eyelids, where cataracts or glaucoma may occur if the cream repeatedly gets into the eyes.
• You are using it on thin skin such as the face because clobetasol may cause skin thinning. Use on the face should be limited to 5 days. Bandages or dressings should not be used on the face where the cream is applied.
Possible side effects:
Stop using the product and seek immediate medical attention if you experience tightness in the throat, swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue, feel faint, or have difficulty breathing. Stop using the product if you experience hives or itching of the face or body.
Other medicines and clobetasol:
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicine, especially if you are taking the medications ritonavir and itraconazole.
How to use clobetasol:
Once or twice a day you usually apply a thin layer of clobetasol
This may decrease as your skin starts to improve, or stop when it improves
Your doctor may prescribe a weaker steroid for you to use instead
If you are also using an emollient (moisturizer), allow time for the clobetasol to absorb into your skin before applying the emollient.
This cream is for use on your skin only
Do not use for more than 4 weeks without talking to your doctor. If you need treatment for a long time, your doctor may decide that you need to use a milder cream or ointment
If your skin problem gets worse or does not improve within 2 to 4 weeks, talk to your doctor
How to store clobetasol:
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the tube or carton after (EXP). The expiry date refers to the last day of the same month
Do not store above 25°C
Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment
* The dosage form and method of use of clobetasol propionate ointment should be described, according to the therapeutic indication and severity of the disease for each patient individually.
