Clovate 0.05% Cream

This cream is a very strong corticosteroid, having very high potential. It reduces the action of chemicals that cause inflammation in the body. Apply this cream to the affected area usually twice in a day or as per directed by your doctor.

Make sure to not use it on the face, groin or underarms unless directed by your doctor. Avoid contact with eyes and do not consume the medicine. Do not discontinue using this medicine without consulting the doctor.

This cream may have a few side effects that occur in rare cases. Some of them include

• Stretch marks
• Skin thinning or discolouration
• Acne
• Hair bumps or excessive hair growth

• Dermatitis

• Psoriasis

• Lichen Planus

• Allergy

• Hypersensitivity

• Application Site Reactions (Burning Sensation)

• Dry Skin

• Redness Of Skin

• Itching Of Skin

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The time duration this cream has an impact is is not clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  This cream is well observed systematically. The extent of absorption is based on the characteristics of the skin and preparation.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This cream is considerable for pregnant women or not, is unknown. do consult a doctor if necessory.

• Is it habit forming?

  Its habit forming tendency is not reported till now.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This cream is may be safe for breastfeeding women as this drug doesn't have any significant risk to the baby.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Clovate 0.05% Cream , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Topinate 0.05% Cream

  Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• C Besta 0.05% Cream

  Unichem Laboratories Ltd

• Soltop 0.05% Cream

  Ipca Laboratories Ltd

• Niosol 0.05% Ointment

  KLM Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Clobenate 0.05% Cream

  Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd

• Klosoft 0.05% Cream

  Novartis India Ltd

• Cvate 0.05% Cream

  Omega Remedies Pvt Ltd

• Supravate 0.05% Cream

  Parker Robinson Pvt Ltd

• Ocovate 0.05% Cream

  Ochoa Laboratories Ltd

• Clobetagen 0.05% Cream

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not apply if it is almost time for your next dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

This cream belongs to corticosteroids. It works as an anti-inflammatory by inhibiting the metabolism of arachidonic acid by inhibiting phospholipase A2 thus inhibits the production of inflammatory mediators like prostaglandins and leukotrienes.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Antidiabetic medicines

  This cream may increase the blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. This interaction is based on the amount applied, the concentration of the medicine and size of the application area. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any corticosteroids. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Ques : What is Clovate 0.05% Cream?

  Ans : This cream performs its action by obstructing the production of prostaglandins that make the skin red, inflamed and itchy.

• Ques : What are the uses of Clovate 0.05% Cream?

  Ans : This cream is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as severe allergic reactions, allergic conditions and skin disorders. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Clobetasol to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Clovate 0.05% Cream?

  Ans : This cream which has some commonly reported side effects such as application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Skin thinning.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Clovate 0.05% Cream?

  Ans : This cream should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/clobetasol

• Clobetasol (Clovate): Information You Need To Know- Drugs Bank [Internet]. drugsbanks.com. 2018 [Cited 25 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugsbanks.com/clovate/

• Clobetasol- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 23 May 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB11750