Clobetasol Topical
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What is the most important information I should know about clobetasol topical?
| Pronunciation: | kloe BAY ta sol |
| Brand: | Clobevate, Cormax, Embeline E, Olux, Temovate, Temovate Emollient |
 | Do not use plastic bandages, dressings, or diapers that do not allow air to circulate to the area (occlusive dressings) unless your doctor directs you to do so. The use of occlusive dressings can greatly increase the amount of drug the body absorbs. |
Do not use clobetasol topical to treat any area of the body that it is not prescribed for. This could be dangerous.
 | Clobetasol topical is not approved for use by children younger than12 years of age. Do not use clobetasol topical to treat a child, unless it is prescribed by a doctor for the child. Children are more sensitive to the effects of clobetasol topical. |
Do not use more than 50 grams of clobetasol cream, ointment, foam or gel or more than 50 mL of the lotion in 1 week, or apply it for longer than 2 weeks in a row unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
 | The OLUX foam is flammable. Avoid fire, flame, and smoking during and immediately following application of the medication. |
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| Last updated: | August 03, 2004 |
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