Betamethasone / Clioquinol
Betamethasone/Clioquinol is a topical combination medication containing a corticosteroid and an antimicrobial agent. It is prescribed for inflammatory skin conditions that require both anti-inflammatory treatment and protection against or treatment of bacterial and fungal infections. This medication is applied directly to the affected skin area to reduce inflammation, itching, and redness while addressing associated microbial overgrowth.
A topical corticosteroid-antimicrobial combination used to treat inflamed skin conditions with potential or confirmed secondary infections.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1000708
- Generic
- Betamethasone / Clioquinol
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treats inflammatory and itchy skin disorders such as eczematous dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, and intertrigo when these conditions are complicated by or at risk of bacterial and fungal infections. Commonly used for conditions affecting skin folds where moisture can lead to both inflammation and microbial overgrowth.
Betamethasone provides anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects by reducing inflammatory mediator release and suppressing immune cell activity at the application site. Clioquinol acts as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent effective against certain bacteria and fungi, helping to control or prevent secondary infections that can complicate inflammatory skin conditions.
For external use only; avoid application to large body surface areas, broken skin, or near eyes and mouth. Should not be used for prolonged periods without medical supervision due to risk of corticosteroid side effects including skin thinning. Contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to either component. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding should be discussed with a healthcare provider.
Official drug label
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