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Clonate Ointment Substitute

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Composition:

CLOBETASOL-0.05%W/W

Uses:

<p>Clonate Ointment is used in the treatment of various inflammatory and allergic skin conditions. The detailed uses of Clonate Ointment are as follows: <br/> • Treatment of psoriasis: Reduces redness, scaling, and itching caused by plaque psoriasis.<br/> • Management of eczema: Reduces inflammation, dryness, and itching in atopic and contact dermatitis.<br/> • Relief from lichen planus: Reduces swelling and irritation in inflammatory skin disorders like lichen planus.<br/> • Treatment of seborrheic dermatitis: Reduce flaking and itching on the scalp and other affected areas.<br/> • Management of discoid lupus erythematosus: Controls dermal symptoms of this autoimmune condition by reducing inflammation.<br/> • Treatment of allergic reactions: Provides relief from redness, swelling, and inflammation caused by allergic skin reactions.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Clonate Ointment belongs to a class of medications known as corticosteroids. It reduces swelling, redness, and itching by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation. Thus, Clonate Ointment aids in treating various skin disorders.

FAQs

Clonate Ointment is indicated for the relief of inflammation, redness, swelling and itching associated with corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions.

Clonate Ointment comprises Clobetasol, an active corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties on the skin. It reduces swelling, redness, and itching by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation. Thus, Clonate Ointment aids in treating skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, lichen planus, and discoid lupus erythematosus.

Clonate Ointment may stimulate hair growth. However, it should be used only when advised by a doctor.

Clonate Ointment is not recommended for the treatment of burns. It should also be not used on broken skin or open wounds.

Clonate Ointment may increase blood sugar levels. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any abnormal signs or symptoms while using Clonate Ointment.

Using too much of Clonate Ointment or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems.

Yes, you are eligible to take vaccines, but tell the doctor or nurse that you are using clobetasol so they can give the vaccine in an untreated area of skin.

Clonate Ointment can bleach and lighten skin. However, using Clonate Ointment for skin lightening is not clinically established. So, it should be used only when prescribed by a doctor.

No, Clonate Ointment cannot be used for fungal infections as it is not an antifungal agent.

Clonate Ointment should be used for a long time only if prescribed by the doctor. This medicine is usually prescribed for the short term, except for certain chronic inflammatory conditions.

Severe skin reactions are rare with Clonate Ointment. They might occur in people who are hypersensitive to Clonate Ointment. Consult the doctor if you have itching, rash, or swelling.

Clonate Ointment should not be used on the face unless advised otherwise by the doctor.

Clonate Ointment should not be used in children under 12 years of age without a doctor's advice. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

Clonate Ointment is recommended for use in infections as it might worsen the condition. It is used to treat skin conditions like psoriasis, eczema, lichen planus, and discoid lupus erythematosus.

Do not discontinue Clonate Ointment without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep using Clonate Ointment for the prescribed duration.

Clonate Ointment may cause side effects like a burning sensation, stinging sensation, itching, dryness, or redness at the application site. Consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.