RiteMED Clobetasol

RiteMED Clobetasol

clobetasol

Manufacturer:

RiteMED

Distributor:

RiteMED
Concise Prescribing Info
Contents
Clobetasol propionate
Indications/Uses
Mild to moderate atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, mild nummular dermatitis, facial seborrheic dermatitis or intertriginous areas & other forms of mild to moderate dermatitis. Other mild to moderate inflammatory dermatoses. Intertrigo. Lichen planus on the face & intertriginous areas. Polymorphous solar eruption. Anogenital pruritus. Senile pruritus. Psoriasis on the face & intertriginous areas. Xerosis in the inflammatory phase. Discoid lupus erythematosus, granuloma annulare, plaque-type psoriasis & psoriasis affecting the palms of hands, soles of feet, elbows or knees. Alopecia areata. Generalized exfoliative dermatitis. Moderate to severe nummular dermatitis. Reduction of keloids. Simple chronic lichen. Pretibial myxedema. Pemphigus. Pemphigoid. Pityriasis rosea. Sarcoidosis. Sunburn.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult Apply a thin even layer to the affected area once or bid as short-term therapy. Do not use occlusive dressing.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity. Preexisting skin atrophy. Prolonged use may cause cataract, DM, glaucoma, TB.
Special Precautions
Patients receiving super-potent corticosteroids should not be treated for >2 wk at a time. Cushing's syndrome, intracranial HTN & growth retardation in childn & adolescents. Pregnancy & lactation.
Adverse Reactions
Cushing's syndrome (infants & adult). Dryness, hypertrichosis (emollient & gel only), acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, secondary infection, irritation (cream, ointment & gel only), striae & miliaria. Burning & stinging sensation. Itching, skin atrophy, cracking & fissuring of the skin.
MIMS Class
Topical Corticosteroids
ATC Classification
D07AD01 - clobetasol ; Belongs to the class of very potent (group IV) corticosteroids. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.
Presentation/Packing
Form
RiteMED Clobetasol cream 500 mcg
Packing/Price
10 g x 1's (P250/box)
Register or sign in to continue
Asia's one-stop resource for medical news, clinical reference and education
Already a member? Sign in
Register or sign in to continue
Asia's one-stop resource for medical news, clinical reference and education
Already a member? Sign in