Description
✅ Uses
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Inflammatory skin conditions: Effective for eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, lichen planus, seborrheic dermatitis, and other steroid‑responsive dermatoses 1mg+5MyUpchar+5CV Pharmacy+5.
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Fungal and fungal‑bacterial mixed infections: Treats tinea, ringworm, jock itch, pityriasis versicolor, candida infections—especially when inflammation is present Ndrugs.
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Symptom relief: Quickly eases redness, swelling, itching, scaling, and burning. The steroid component combats inflammation while the antifungal (and antibiotic if included) eradicates infectious agents Apollo PharmacyTrueMedsMyUpchar.
⚠️ Composition (common variants)
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Clobetasol propionate 0.05 % – a very potent topical corticosteroid.
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Miconazole 2 % – broad-spectrum antifungal.
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May also include gentamicin (antibacterial), salicylic acid (keratolytic), or zinc depending on the specific Austro product Ndrugs+13TrueMeds+13TrueMeds+13CV Pharmacy.
⚡ Side Effects
Common (usually mild & local)
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Burning, stinging, itching, redness, dryness at application site 1mg+4Apollo Pharmacy+41mg+4
Potential with prolonged or extensive use
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HPA axis suppression – risk of systemic corticosteroid effects (e.g. Cushing’s syndrome, elevated blood pressure, blood sugar effects), especially with overuse MyUpchar+41mg+4Apollo Pharmacy+4
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Allergic contact dermatitis or hypersensitivity reactions 1mg
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Hypertrichosis (excessive local hair growth) TrueMeds+11mg+1
🛡️ Precautions
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Use only short‑term and on small areas—typically not more than 10–14 days Lybrate1mg.
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Avoid occlusion (covering with bandages or plastic wrap) unless directed.
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Do not apply to broken, ulcerated skin or eyes/mucous membranes; rinse immediately if contact occurs Apollo Pharmacy.
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Pregnancy/lactation: Use only if benefits outweigh risks; consult your doctor Apollo Pharmacy1mgTrueMeds.
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In children, risk of systemic absorption is higher—avoid use <2 years; use under strict medical supervision PlatinumRx+13Apollo Pharmacy+13Lybrate+13.
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Underlying conditions (e.g. diabetes, hypertension, liver/kidney disease, glaucoma/cataracts): use with caution Apollo PharmacyTrueMeds.
📝 Summary Table
Aspect | Details |
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When is it used? | Inflammatory dermatoses, fungal/bacterial mixed infections with inflammation |
How does it work? | Steroid reduces inflammation; antifungal/antibiotic fights infection; keratolytic removes scales |
Apply frequency | Thin layer 1–2× daily, up to 2 weeks or as directed |
Most common side effects | Burning, itching, redness, dryness |
Serious/long‑term risks | Skin atrophy, systemic steroid effects, allergic reaction |
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