Clobetasol Topical is generally used in treatment of the treatment of allergy symptoms. Clotrimazole TOPICAL is generally used in treatment of the treatment of fungal infections. Fusidic Acid Topical is generally used in treatment of the treatment of bacterial infections.
Side effects
Allergic reaction
Application site irritation
Application site reactions (burning
Blurred vision
Burning sensation
Diarrhoea
Dizziness
Dryness
Hormone imbalance
irritation
Itching
itching and redness)
Nausea
Skin thinning
Sleepiness
Slow growth in children and teenagers
Soreness
Stomach upset
Tingling sensation
Vomiting
How it works
Clobetasol Topical is a steroid. It blocks the production of some chemical messengers that cause inflammation, redness, swlling & other allergies in the body thereby improving the condition. Clotrimazole TOPICAL is a drug thats antifungal. It makes the condition better by destroying the fungal cell membrane resulting in the fungi to die. Fusidic Acid Topical is an antibiotic that improves the condition by stopping synthesis of necessary proteins required by bacteria to carry out its important functions. Therefore, it prevents the bacteria from growing, and helps prevent the infection from spreading to
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Clobetasol Topical a steroid?
Itching, redness, dryness, inflammation, and discomfort of the various scalp and skin conditions can be treated by Clobetasol Topical which is a potent topical corticosteroid.
Q. Is Clobetasol Topical used for treating hair loss? Clobetasol Topical is used for the treatment of various scalp and skin conditions; however, it is not used for the treatment of hair loss. Talk to your doctor if you need treatment for hair loss.
Q. Does Clobetasol Topical cause hair loss? Prolonged usage of steroids may result in damage to hair particularly while using airtight dressing. Consult the doctor if you come across such symptoms after intake of Clobetasol Topical.
Q. Is Clobetasol Topical good for acne? Clobetasol Topical doesn't treat acne. Consult the doctor if you want a treatment for acne
Q. What is Clobetasol Topical?
Clobetasol Topical is used to overcome the redness and itchiness of skin and belongs to the class of drugs called topical corticosteroids.
Q. What is Clobetasol Topical used for? Clobetasol Topical is used to help reduce the redness and itchiness in certain skin problems like relapsing eczema, psoriasis, lichen planus, dermatitis and other skin conditions that have not responded to milder steroid creams or ointments.
Q. Is Clobetasol Topical good for athlete's foot/ ringworm? Clobetasol Topical doesn't act towards athlete's foot or ringworm. Consult the doctor if you require treatment for the same.
Q. Is Clobetasol Topical an antifungal drug? Clobetasol Topical belongs to topical corticosteroid and not an antifungal drug.
Q. Does Clobetasol Topical cause thinning of skin? Intake of Clobetasol Topical may cause stretch marks and thinning of the skin is an uncommon side effect. Consult the doctor if you come across such symptoms after intake of Clobetasol Topical.
Q. Is clotrimazole a steroid? Clotrimazole is an imidazole antifungal medication and not a steroid.
Q. Is fusidic acid a penicillin/ an antibiotic? Fusidic acid (also available as fucidin) is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic. It is not penicillin, but it may kill certain bacteria, which are resistant to penicillin antibiotics
Q. What is fusidic cream used for/ is it good for acne/spots/ringworm/athlete's foot? Fusidic cream is used to clear skin infection quickly, particularly where the infection only covers a small area. It can be used for treating acne and spots caused by bacterial infections. It is not used for treating fungal infections such as athlete's foot or ringworm. Always follow your doctor's advice regarding its use
Q. Is fusidic acid available over the counter? It is available on prescription only. It is not a over the counter medicine.
Q. Is fusidic acid and sodium fusidate same? Sodium fusidate is a salt of fusidic acid and it works in the same way as fusidic acid
Q. Is fucidin a steroid/ used for impetigo/ good for cold sores/ good for spots/ good for boils/good for treating herpes? Fucidin is not a steroid. As per doctor's recommendation it can be used for treating impetigo, boils, spots and cold sores, redness as a result of bacterial infection. It is not used for viral diseases that affect the skin such as herpes simplex, varicella (chickenpox) and vaccinia
Q. How long does fusidic acid take to work? You should see results after a few days of fusidic acid treatment; however it depends upon the condition for which it is being treated (for e.g. a course of treatment for impetigo typically lasts for around 7-10 days) and also other factors (age, body weight, other medical conditions etc.
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Clotrimazole TOPICAL to cure your infection and improve symptoms.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.Discontinue Clotrimazole TOPICAL and inform your doctor immediately if you experience irritation, itching, burning, or swelling.Avoid the use of tight wrappings or dressings.Avoid sources of infection or reinfection.You have been prescribed Clotrimazole TOPICAL for the treatment of fungal infections.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Product Details
SKU: PC-43526 Product Description: Rexiderm Plus 10 gm is manufactured by Dermarex Packing: Tube Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.