What is Alclometasone Dipropionate: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan 12, 2021  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Alclometasone Dipropionate overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Aclovate

Generic Names:

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate

Uses:

  • Treats skin irritation. This medicine is a corticosteroid.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Corticosteroid, Weak

Forms:

  • Cream, Ointment

How it’s taken:

  • On the skin

What form(s) does Alclometasone Dipropionate come in

  • Cream

  • Ointment

What are common Alclometasone Dipropionate doses?

  • Tube 15GM of 0.05%

  • Tube 45GM of 0.05%

  • Tube 60GM of 0.05%

Common Alclometasone Dipropionate prescriptions

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    15gm of 0.05% tube

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    45gm of 0.05% tube

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    60gm of 0.05% tube

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    15gm of 0.05% tube of cream

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    45gm of 0.05% tube of cream

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    60gm of 0.05% tube of cream

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    15gm of 0.05% tube of ointment

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    45gm of 0.05% tube of ointment

  • Alclometasone Dipropionate
    60gm of 0.05% tube of ointment

How to take Alclometasone Dipropionate

  • Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to apply and how often. Do not use more medicine or apply it more often than your doctor tells you to. This medicine is not for long-term use.

  • Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

  • Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

  • Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to apply and how often. Do not use more medicine or apply it more often than your doctor tells you to. This medicine is not for long-term use.

  • Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.

  • Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

  • Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.

  • Missed dose: Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Alclometasone Dipropionate contraindications

  • This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to alclometasone.

Alclometasone Dipropionate warnings

  • Children may be more likely to have serious side effects from this medicine if too much is absorbed through the skin. Apply the medicine carefully to make sure you do not use too much.

  • Do not use this medicine on the face, underarms, or groin unless your doctor tells you to.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a skin infection.

  • Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks.

  • Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

  • Do not use this medicine on the diaper area of a child.

Alclometasone Dipropionate interactions

  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a skin infection.

  • Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks.

  • Topical application routeDo not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.

  • Do not use this medicine on the face, underarms, or groin unless your doctor tells you to.

  • Children may be more likely to have serious side effects from this medicine if too much is absorbed through the skin. Apply the medicine carefully to make sure you do not use too much.

  • Do not use this medicine on the diaper area of a child.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Alclometasone Dipropionate side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Severe itching, burning, or skin irritation

  • Redness, swelling, drainage, or pus from the area or other signs of infection

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Mild burning, dryness, irritation, redness, or itching