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Butesone Cream Substitute
Verified Ingredients and Effects
Composition:
CLOBETASONE-0.05%W/W
Uses:
Treatment of Skin problems associated with itching, swelling, irritation and redness due to dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis.
Medicinal Benefits:
Butesone Cream is a steroid that is used to treat swelling, itching redness, and irritation caused due to certain skin problems such as dermatitis (itchy, swelling of the skin), eczema (itchy, cracked, swollen, or rough skin), and psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches). Butesone Cream acts inside the skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any allergens, such chemicals are released normally.
FAQs
Butesone Cream is used to treat swelling, itching, redness, and irritation caused by certain skin problems such as dermatitis (itchy, swelling of the skin), eczema (itchy, cracked, swollen, or rough skin) and psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches).
Butesone Cream contains Clobetasone, a steroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling.
Yes, Butesone Cream may be used to treat itching and redness caused due to insect bites. However, please consult a doctor before using Butesone Cream.
Butesone Cream should be used with caution in children below 12 years if prescribed by a doctor and is not recommended to use for more than 7 days. Also, avoid prolonged daily treatment for more than 4 weeks in children as it may affect their growth.
You are recommended to use Butesone Cream on the face only if advised by your doctor and do not use for more than 5 days on the face as the skin on the face thins easily. Avoid the use of dressing or bandages on the face.
Butesone Cream is not recommended for patients suffering from chronic leg ulcer as it may increase the risk of local allergic reaction or infection. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have a chronic leg ulcer before using Butesone Cream.
No, Butesone Cream is not recommended to treat acne as it may worsen the condition. Butesone Cream is only used to reduce itching, swelling and redness caused due to certain skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema or dermatitis. However, please consult a doctor before using Butesone Cream.
You are not recommended to stop using Butesone Cream without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take Butesone Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Butesone Cream, please consult your doctor.
Butesone Cream should be used with caution to treat diaper rash as using Butesone Cream under child’s nappy enables Butesone Cream to pass through the skin easily and cause adverse effects. However, please consult a doctor before using Butesone Cream in children.
Wash your hands before and after applying Butesone Cream. Take a small amount of Butesone Cream on a fingertip and apply as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as advised by the doctor. Butesone Cream is only for external use. If you are using Butesone Cream on your face, avoid contact with your eyes as it may cause irritation. In case Butesone Cream comes in contact with eyes accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.
Yes, clobetasol and Butesone Cream are different. Clobetasol is a highly strong steroid while Butesone Cream contains clobetasone, a comparatively milder steroid. However, consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
As a topical steroid, Butesone Cream typically has little systemic absorption when taken as prescribed, so it does not have a major impact on the body's hormonal balance. However, excess use may result in adverse effects including Cushing’s syndrome, which is characterized by an imbalance in cortisol levels. It's important to use the Butesone Cream exactly as directed by your doctor and avoid using it for extended periods without medical supervision.
If you forget to use Butesone Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. If it's almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one. But do not apply a double amount to make up for the missed dose.
The common side effects of Butesone Cream are itching, pain and irritation or burning sensation at the site of application. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
