2 years, 2 months ago
What are the dangers of using Clobetasol Porpionate cream?
My doctor prescribes me this cream for my dermatitis, but he gives me funny looks when he tells me not to over use it. I can tell that there must be some serious side effects to using this cream. I am almost scared of it but can't stand for my skin to itch either. I only use it as directed and when I have a flare up.
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http://www.psoriasis.org/netcommunity/sublearn03_mild_potency
Clobetasol propionate is a superpotent steroid and should be used only when non steroid and less potent steroid treatments fail.
http://www.drugs.com/pdr/clobetasol-propionate.html
"Special warnings about Clobetasol propionate
Temovate is a strong corticosteroid that can be absorbed into the bloodstream. It has caused Cushing's syndrome (a disorder characterized by a moon-shaped face, emotional disturbances, high blood pressure, weight gain, and, in women, abnormal growth of facial and body hair) and changes in blood sugar.
This medication should not be used for any condition other than the one for which it was prescribed.
If your skin becomes irritated, stop using Temovate and call your doctor.
Temovate should not be used by children under 12 years of age.
Treatment should not last for more than 2 weeks."
http://www.rxlist.com/temovate-drug.htm
(Page 3)
"In controlled clinical trials, the most frequent adverse reactions reported for TEMOVATE Cream were burning and stinging sensation in 1% of treated patients. Less frequent adverse reactions were itching, skin atrophy, and cracking and Assuring of the skin.
In controlled clinical trials, the most frequent adverse events reported for TEMOVATE Ointment were burning sensation,.irritation, and itching in 0.5% of treated patients. Less frequent adverse reactions were stinging, cracking, erythema, folliculitis, numbness of fingers, skin atrophy, and telangiectasia.
Cushing's syndrome has been reported in infants and adults as a result of prolonged use of topical clobetasol propionate formulations.
The following additional local adverse reactions have been reported with topical corticosteroids, and they may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings and higher potency corticosteroids. These reactions are listed in an approximately decreasing order of occurrence: dryness, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, secondary infection, irritation, striae, and miliaria."
Clobetasol propionate is a superpotent steroid and should be used only when non steroid and less potent steroid treatments fail.
http://www.drugs.com/pdr/clobetasol-propionate.html
"Special warnings about Clobetasol propionate
Temovate is a strong corticosteroid that can be absorbed into the bloodstream. It has caused Cushing's syndrome (a disorder characterized by a moon-shaped face, emotional disturbances, high blood pressure, weight gain, and, in women, abnormal growth of facial and body hair) and changes in blood sugar.
This medication should not be used for any condition other than the one for which it was prescribed.
If your skin becomes irritated, stop using Temovate and call your doctor.
Temovate should not be used by children under 12 years of age.
Treatment should not last for more than 2 weeks."
http://www.rxlist.com/temovate-drug.htm
(Page 3)
"In controlled clinical trials, the most frequent adverse reactions reported for TEMOVATE Cream were burning and stinging sensation in 1% of treated patients. Less frequent adverse reactions were itching, skin atrophy, and cracking and Assuring of the skin.
In controlled clinical trials, the most frequent adverse events reported for TEMOVATE Ointment were burning sensation,.irritation, and itching in 0.5% of treated patients. Less frequent adverse reactions were stinging, cracking, erythema, folliculitis, numbness of fingers, skin atrophy, and telangiectasia.
Cushing's syndrome has been reported in infants and adults as a result of prolonged use of topical clobetasol propionate formulations.
The following additional local adverse reactions have been reported with topical corticosteroids, and they may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings and higher potency corticosteroids. These reactions are listed in an approximately decreasing order of occurrence: dryness, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, secondary infection, irritation, striae, and miliaria."
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http://www.mahalo.com/answers/eczema/what-is-the-best-way-to-get-rid-of-eczema
I recommend cutting down on processed food every day, sprinting and jogging at intervals a few times a month, and sunbathing for no more than 10 minutes without sunscreen during midday a few times a week.
Gee Whiz! Know wonder he made a funny face. That sounds terrible!