What is Clobex: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Do not cover, wrap, or wear tight fitting clothes over your treated skin areas unless directed by your doctor. Allow the cream or liquid to dry before you put on your clothes.

Cream, foam, shampoo, or spray: Do not use this medicine on your face, underarms, or groin area unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use Impoyz„¢ cream if there is thinning of the skin on the application site.

Foam: Do not dispense the foam directly into your hands, unless your hands are the affected area.

Shampoo: Apply the shampoo to your dry scalp. Part your hair so that you only treat the affected areas. Apply a small amount to the area, massage gently, and leave it on for 15 minutes. Add water, lather, and rinse well.

Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. Make sure your skin is clean and dry before you apply this medicine.

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

Topical application routeDo not inhale this medicine or use it near heat or an open flame. Do not puncture, break, or burn the aerosol can.

It is very important that you keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment to clear up your skin or scalp problem completely. Do not miss any doses.

Do not use this medicine for more than 2 weeks at a time unless directed by your doctor.

Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

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. Do not refrigerate or freeze.

The foam and spray is flammable. Avoid heat, flames, and smoking when you apply the medicine. Do not poke holes in the can or bottle or throw it into a fire, even if the can or bottle is empty.

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.

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

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

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.

Foam: Do not dispense the foam directly into your hands, unless your hands are the affected area.

The foam and spray is flammable. Avoid heat, flames, and smoking when you apply the medicine. Do not poke holes in the can or bottle or throw it into a fire, even if the can or bottle is empty.

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

Cream, foam, shampoo, or spray: Do not use this medicine on your face, underarms, or groin area unless your doctor tells you to. Do not use Impoyz„¢ cream if there is thinning of the skin on the application site.

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not refrigerate or freeze.

Do not use this medicine for more than 2 weeks at a time unless directed by your doctor.

Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

Topical application routeDo not inhale this medicine or use it near heat or an open flame. Do not puncture, break, or burn the aerosol can.

Do not cover, wrap, or wear tight fitting clothes over your treated skin areas unless directed by your doctor. Allow the cream or liquid to dry before you put on your clothes.

Shampoo: Apply the shampoo to your dry scalp. Part your hair so that you only treat the affected areas. Apply a small amount to the area, massage gently, and leave it on for 15 minutes. Add water, lather, and rinse well.

It is very important that you keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment to clear up your skin or scalp problem completely. Do not miss any doses.

Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. Make sure your skin is clean and dry before you apply this medicine.

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.

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

If you are using this medicine with a prescription, the medicine might come with patient instructions. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away. Some forms of this medicine should not be used on diaper rash or inside the vagina or rectum. If you are not sure what body areas you can use this medicine on, ask your pharmacist.

For Dermatop(R) cream or ointment: Do not let the medicine come in contact with products that contain latex, such as condoms and diaphragms. The cream and ointment can damage the latex and the product may not be effective.

For the cream, liquid, lotion, ointment, or gel: Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently. You might need to shake the liquid or lotion before using it.

For the spray or foam: Do not inhale the spray. Do not use the spray or foam near heat or an open flame, or while smoking. Do not puncture, break, or burn the can.

For the shampoo: Wet hair and scalp thoroughly with water. Work the shampoo into a lather and gently massage it over your whole scalp for the correct number of minutes. Rinse your hair thoroughly.

For the tape: Apply the correct amount of tape directly on your skin and leave it on your skin. You will need to change the tape once or twice a day, depending on the problem being treated. Do not put tape on skin creases, such as your underarm area.

This medicine might come with a special applicator (a tool for applying the medicine). Make sure you understand how to use the applicator. If you are not sure, ask your pharmacist.

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

If this medicine is to be used on the diaper area of a child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants.

For Dermatop(R) cream or ointment: Do not let the medicine come in contact with products that contain latex, such as condoms and diaphragms. The cream and ointment can damage the latex and the product may not be effective.

Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

For the shampoo: Wet hair and scalp thoroughly with water. Work the shampoo into a lather and gently massage it over your whole scalp for the correct number of minutes. Rinse your hair thoroughly.

If you are using this medicine with a prescription, the medicine might come with patient instructions. Read and follow these instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

For the cream, liquid, lotion, ointment, or gel: Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently. You might need to shake the liquid or lotion before using it.

For the tape: Apply the correct amount of tape directly on your skin and leave it on your skin. You will need to change the tape once or twice a day, depending on the problem being treated. Do not put tape on skin creases, such as your underarm area.

If this medicine is to be used on the diaper area of a child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants.

This medicine might come with a special applicator (a tool for applying the medicine). Make sure you understand how to use the applicator. If you are not sure, ask your pharmacist.

For the spray or foam: Do not inhale the spray. Do not use the spray or foam near heat or an open flame, or while smoking. Do not puncture, break, or burn the can.

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away. Some forms of this medicine should not be used on diaper rash or inside the vagina or rectum. If you are not sure what body areas you can use this medicine on, ask your pharmacist.

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

Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

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

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

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to medicines such as hydrocortisone, triamcinolone, or betamethasone. You should not use this medicine on a baby. It may be absorbed through the skin and cause harmful side effects. You should not use to treat chicken pox or for a vaginal itch when you also have a discharge.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

You should not use this medicine for a longer period of time than your doctor ordered.

Before using this medicine, let your doctor know if you have diabetes, a stomach ulcer, or tuberculosis (TB).

Call your doctor if your symptoms get worse, or do not clear up after 7 days of treatment.

You may be more likely to have side effects from this medicine if you are over 60 years of age.

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

Round, puffy face

Weight gain around your neck, upper back, breast, face, or waist

Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments. Tell your doctor if your skin condition does not improve within 2 weeks.

Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.

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

This medicine may cause the following problems:Adrenal gland problemsHigh blood sugarIncrease risk for cataracts or glaucomaSkin infectionAllergic contact dermatitis

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease, an adrenal problem (including Cushing disease), diabetes, eye or vision problems (including cataracts or glaucoma), or a skin infection.

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

Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments. Tell your doctor if your skin condition does not improve within 2 weeks.

Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. You may need to stop using this medicine several days before you have surgery or medical tests.

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

Do not use this medicine together with other steroids unless directed by your doctor.

This medicine may cause the following problems:Adrenal gland problemsSkin infectionAllergic contact dermatitis

Do not use any other medicine that contains a steroid while you are using this medicine, unless your doctor has told you to.

Topical application routeDo not put cosmetics or skin care products on the treated skin.

You may be more likely to have side effects from this medicine if you are over 60 years of age.

You should not use this medicine for a longer period of time than your doctor ordered.

Call your doctor if your symptoms get worse, or do not clear up after 7 days of treatment.