Clobetasone
Clobetasone is a topical corticosteroid medication used to reduce inflammation, itching, and redness associated with various skin conditions. It is typically prescribed for short-term treatment of eczema, dermatitis, and other inflammatory dermatological disorders.
A topical corticosteroid that treats inflammatory skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis by reducing inflammation and itching.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- D07AB01
- RxNorm
- 108074
- Generic
- Clobetasone
- Class
- atc-d07
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- ophthalmic, topical
- Forms
- solution, ointment, cream
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Clobetasone is used to treat inflammatory skin conditions including eczema, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, and other inflammatory or allergic skin disorders. It may also be available in ear drop form for inflammatory conditions of the ear.
As a topical corticosteroid, clobetasone works by suppressing the inflammatory response in the skin. It reduces the production of inflammatory chemicals, decreases blood vessel dilation, and inhibits the activity of immune cells that contribute to inflammation, thereby relieving symptoms like redness, swelling, and itching.
Clobetasone is for external use only and should not be applied to open wounds or infected skin. Long-term use may cause skin thinning, stretch marks, or systemic absorption effects. It is typically recommended for short-term use and should not be used on the face without medical supervision. Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding should be under physician guidance.
Official drug label
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