Description
Clobetasol Propionate and Salicylic Acid Ointment is avaialbe with the brand name “ALOVIB-S” and is a dermatological drug that is mainly employed to treat eczema and psoriasis. Eczema is a skin disorder characterized by inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough patches on the skin. Psoriasis is a skin condition where skin cells grow very fast to create bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales.
Clobetasol Propionate and Salicylic Acid Ointment consists of Clobetasol propionate (corticosteroid) and Salicylic acid (peeling agent). Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid that inhibits the formation of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that cause the affected area to become red, swollen, and itchy. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic drug (that softens, separates, and causes peeling of the cornified epithelium or horny layer of skin). It increases the moisture content in the skin and breaks down the substance that makes the skin cells adhere to each other.
Uses
- Treatment of Psoriasis: It treats psoriasis, a skin disease that results in scaly red patches of skin, by decreasing inflammation and slowing excessive cell turnover.
- Eczema Relief: It relieves eczema, soothing inflamed and itchy skin with its anti-inflammatory actions, which calm irritation and itch.
- Treating Dermatitis: This drug is used to treat several inflammatory skin disorders, such as contact dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis, by decreasing redness, swelling, and pain due to allergic reactions or irritants.
Medicinal Benefits
- It is used to treat infections of the skin, like eczema, psoriasis.
- Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid that inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that cause the affected area to become red, swollen, and itchy.
- It alleviates inflammation and itch caused by eczema and psoriasis. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic drug (softens, separates, and causes peeling of the cornified epithelium or horny layer of the skin).
- It enhances the level of moisture in the skin and breaks down the substance responsible for the sticking of skin cells together.
- Salicylic acid dissolves the keratin clumps, eliminates dead skin cells, and softens the skin.
- It is also an anti-inflammatory and a topical antibacterial.
- It takes off the scaling and minimizes the redness and itchiness caused by skin infections.
Directions For Use
- Wash and dry the affected area carefully prior to use.
- Apply a small quantity of Clobetasol Propionate and Salicylic Acid Ointment on the tip of your finger.
- Apply a thin application to the affected area.
- Gently rub it in and wash hands after application (except for hands being treated).
- Use it only on the skin – do not put it inside the mouth, eyes, or nose unless instructed.
- Do not bandage the area unless instructed by your doctor.
Storage
- Follow thе storagе instructions on thе mеdication packaging.
- Kееp thе mеdication out of thе rеach of childrеn and pеts.
- Storе thе ointment at room tеmpеraturе, away from еxcеssivе hеat, moisturе, and light.
- Rеfеr tо thе spеcific storagе guidеlinеs rеtained wіth thе prеscription or pursuе thе advice оf a рharmacіst.
Precautions
- Inform your physician of all the dermatologic medications you use before beginning Clobetasol Propionate and Salicylic Acid Ointment.
- Brief your physician if you have a history of medical reactions to medications, liver disease or kidney disorders, blood flow difficulties, Cushing’s syndrome (elevated cortisol), and chickenpox before using it.
- Topical application of corticosteroids (Clobetasol propionate) during pregnancy can influence the unborn baby. It is recommended to talk to your doctor if you are planning to conceive or are pregnant before using it.
- Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding. If you must apply the cream/ointment to your breasts, do not do so just before a feed.
- This drug has no or minimal effect on the driving ability or operation of machinery.
- Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver disease or hepatic impairment.
- It is not suitable for children under the age of 12 years as it has a steroid, Clobetasol propionate. If prescribed to children, your physician might instruct you to discontinue the course within five days,as it can cause adrenal suppression (adrenal glands fail to produce sufficient hormones) in infants.
Side Effects
- Dryness
- Burning sensation at the application site
- Itching
Frеquеntly Askеd Quеstions (FAQs)
Can I use this ointment for psoriasis?
Yes, you can use this ointment to treat psoriasis. It softens scaling, redness, and thick skin patches.
Is this ointment suitable for eczema?
Yes, you can use it for eczema, particularly when there is itching and inflammation. But apply it only as directed.
Will it work for dandruff or scalp psoriasis?
Yes, it may be used for scalp conditions like dandruff or scalp psoriasis. Use it on the scalp according to your doctor’s instructions.
Can I use this on acne?
No, this ointment should not be used on acne. It will make acne worse. Only use acne medications on that condition.
Is it safe for ringworm or other fungal infections?
No, this ointment is not for a fungal infection. Applying it to ringworm can cause it to spread. Always consult with your doctor first before applying it to rashes.
Can I apply it to sensitive areas such as the face or genital parts?
Apply it with utmost care and only when your doctor allows you to use it. Such areas have more chances of causing side effects like skin thinning.
