Clobetasol topical

Common Side Effects of Clobetasol

Tell your doctor if any of the following side effects become severe or don't go away:

• Mild irritation
• Stinging
• Headache

Serious Side Effects of Clobetasol

Tell your doctor right away if you experience any of the symptoms in the Clobetasol Warnings section above, or the following serious side effects:

• Severe burning, itching, or redness
• Skin thinning or discoloration
• Severe skin rash
• Acne
• Swelling
• Nausea or vomiting
• Excessive hair growth
• Inflamed hair follicles
• Signs of an infection, which may include redness, swelling, or oozing of the skin
• Signs of anaphylaxis, which may include rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, or swelling of the face, mouth, lips, or tongue

Clobetasol is a highly potent steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

Clobetasol topical (for the skin) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.

Clobetasol topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Topical steroid medicine can be absorbed through the skin, which may cause steroid side effects throughout the body.

Wash your hands before and after using clobetasol topical, unless you are using the medication to treat the skin on your hands.

Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub it gently into the skin. Do not use this medicine over a large area of skin.

Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor tells you to.

If you are treating the diaper area of a baby, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers. Covering the skin that is treated with clobetasol topical can increase the amount of medicine your skin absorbs, which may lead to unwanted side effects. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of treatment, or if you have signs of a bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infection.

If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests at your doctor's office.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep from freezing.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

An overdose of clobetasol topical is not expected to produce life threatening symptoms. However, long term use of high steroid doses can lead to symptoms such as thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in the shape or location of body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex.

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied clobetasol. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.