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Closol Cream Substitute

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Composition:

CLOBETASOL-0.05%W/W

Uses:

<p>Closol Cream is used in the treatment of various inflammatory and allergic skin conditions. The detailed uses of Closol Cream 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:

Closol Cream 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, Closol Cream aids in treating various skin disorders.

FAQs

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

Closol Cream 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, Closol Cream aids in treating skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, lichen planus, and discoid lupus erythematosus.

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

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

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

Using too much of Closol Cream 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.

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

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

Closol Cream 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 Closol Cream. They might occur in people who are hypersensitive to Closol Cream. Consult the doctor if you have itching, rash, or swelling.

Closol Cream should not be used on the face unless advised otherwise by the doctor.

Closol Cream 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.

Closol Cream 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 Closol Cream without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, keep using Closol Cream for the prescribed duration.

Closol Cream 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.