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Clopic Lotion Substitute

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Composition:

CLOBETASOL-0.05%W/V

Uses:

<p>Clopic Lotion is used in the treatment of various inflammatory and allergic skin conditions. The detailed uses of Clopic Lotion are as follows: <br/> • Treatment of psoriasis: Reduces redness, scaling, and itching caused by plaque psoriasis.<br/> • Management of eczema: Reduces inflammation, dryness, and itching in atopic and contact dermatitis.<br/> • Relief from lichen planus: Reduces swelling and irritation in inflammatory skin disorders like lichen planus.<br/> • Treatment of seborrheic dermatitis: Reduce flaking and itching on the scalp and other affected areas.<br/> • Management of discoid lupus erythematosus: Controls dermal symptoms of this autoimmune condition by reducing inflammation.<br/> • Treatment of allergic reactions: Provides relief from redness, swelling, and inflammation caused by allergic skin reactions.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Clopic Lotion belongs to a class of medications known as corticosteroids. It reduces swelling, redness, and itching by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation. Thus, Clopic Lotion aids in treating various skin disorders.

FAQs

Clopic Lotion is indicated for the relief of inflammation, redness, swelling and itching associated with corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions.

Clopic Lotion comprises Clobetasol, an active corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties on the skin. It reduces swelling, redness, and itching by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation. Thus, Clopic Lotion aids in treating skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, lichen planus, and discoid lupus erythematosus.

Clopic Lotion may stimulate hair growth. However, it should be used only when advised by a doctor.

Clopic Lotion is not recommended for the treatment of burns. It should also be not used on broken skin or open wounds.

Clopic Lotion may increase blood sugar levels. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any abnormal signs or symptoms while using Clopic Lotion.

Using too much of Clopic Lotion or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems.

Yes, you are eligible to take vaccines, but tell the doctor or nurse that you are using clobetasol so they can give the vaccine in an untreated area of skin.

Clopic Lotion can bleach and lighten skin. However, using Clopic Lotion for skin lightening is not clinically established. So, it should be used only when prescribed by a doctor.

No, Clopic Lotion cannot be used for fungal infections as it is not an antifungal agent.

Clopic Lotion should be used for a long time only if prescribed by the doctor. This medicine is usually prescribed for the short term, except for certain chronic inflammatory conditions.

Severe skin reactions are rare with Clopic Lotion. They might occur in people who are hypersensitive to Clopic Lotion. Consult the doctor if you have itching, rash, or swelling.

Clopic Lotion should not be used on the face unless advised otherwise by the doctor.

Clopic Lotion should not be used in children under 12 years of age without a doctor's advice. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Clopic Lotion is recommended for use in infections as it might worsen the condition. It is used to treat skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, lichen planus, and discoid lupus erythematosus.

Do not discontinue Clopic Lotion without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep using Clopic Lotion for the prescribed duration.

Clopic Lotion may cause side effects like a burning sensation, stinging sensation, itching, dryness, or redness at the application site. Consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.