What is Clotrimazole-Betamethasone: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

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

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 routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

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

Shake the bottle of lotion well just before use.

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

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

This medicine is not for long-term use. Do not use the cream to treat jock itch and ringworm for more than 2 weeks, and for athlete's foot for more than 4 weeks, unless your doctor has told you to.

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. Store the lotion bottle upright.

This medicine is not for long-term use. Do not use the cream to treat jock itch and ringworm for more than 2 weeks, and for athlete's foot for more than 4 weeks, unless your doctor has told you to.

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.

Shake the bottle of lotion well just before 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. Store the lotion bottle upright.

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

Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.

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

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.

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

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

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

Do not use this medicine on anyone younger than 17 years of age.

This medicine may cause the following problems:Adrenal gland problems, including Cushing syndromeHigh blood sugarEye or vision problems (including cataracts, glaucoma)

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

If your symptoms do not improve after 1 or 2 weeks of treatment, or if they get worse, check with your doctor.

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

Some medicines can affect how betamethasone/clotrimazole works. Tell your doctor if you are using other steroids.

Do not use this medicine on anyone younger than 17 years of age.

This medicine may cause adrenal gland problems, such as Cushing syndrome or high blood sugar.

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

If your symptoms do not improve after 1 or 2 weeks of treatment, or if they get worse, check with your doctor.

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