Formulation:
Cream, Cream/Lotion, Ointment, Solution
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Manufacturer:
Genpharm
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Alternate Names:Dermasone (see Dermasone), Dermasone Cream (clobetasol), Dermasone Ointment (clobetasol), Dermasone Scalp Lotion (clobetasol), Dermasone Solution (clobetasol)
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What is Dermasone (clobetasol) used for? |
Dermasone (clobetasol) is used for the treatment of skin conditions including severe cases of psoriasis and eczematous dermatitis. Dermasone (clobetasol) works by reducing swelling, redness, and itching.
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When should Dermasone (clobetasol) not be taken?
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Do not take Dermasone (clobetasol) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Dermasone (clobetasol) or to similar medications. |
What precautions should I follow when taking Dermasone (clobetasol) ?
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Before using Dermasone (clobetasol), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition like heart disease, lung disease, impairment of kidney or liver functions. |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Dermasone (clobetasol)?
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Use Dermasone (clobetasol) with caution on lesions near the eye. Take care to prevent it from getting into the eye. Scalp applications should not be used near an open flame |
What are the side effects of Dermasone (clobetasol)?
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Most severe: Blood-containing blisters on skin, burning and itching of skin, lack of healing of skin condition, numbness in fingers, painful, red or itchy pus-containing blisters in hair follicles, raised, dark-red, wart-like spots on skin, especially medication is used on the face, skin infection, thinning of skin with easy bruising
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Most common: Burning, dryness, irritation, itching, or redness of skin (usually mild and temporary), increased redness or scaling of skin sores (usually mild and temporary), skin rash (usually mild and temporary)
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Other: Acne or oily skin, backache, blurring or loss of vision (occurs gradually if certain products have been used near the eye), burning and itching of skin with pinhead-sized red blisters, eye pain (if certain products have been used near the eye), filling or rounding out of the face, increased blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, irregular menstrual periods, irritability, irritation of skin around mouth, loss of appetite, depression, muscle cramps, pain, or weakness, nausea, rapid weight gain or loss, reddish-purple lines (stretch marks) on arms, face, legs, trunk, or groin
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How should I take Dermasone (clobetasol)?
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How much medicine you use and how often you use it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Dermasone (clobetasol) you are using, talk with your health care provider. Dermasone (clobetasol) is for external use only. Do not allow Dermasone (clobetasol) to come into contact with eyes, eyelids, and mouth. If contact with the eyes occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Dermasone (clobetasol) may cause sensitivity to light.
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How should Dermasone (clobetasol) be stored?
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Store Dermasone (clobetasol) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Dermasone (clobetasol), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Dermasone (clobetasol) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Dermasone (clobetasol). If you have any questions about Dermasone (clobetasol), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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