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Clobex Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Clobex Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

CLOBEX® (clobetasol propionate)  Structural Formula Illustration

Indication

CLOBEX® (clobetasol propionate spray) Spray, 0.05% is a super-high potent topical corticosteroid formulation indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis affecting up to 20% body surface area (BSA) in patients 18 years of age or older. The total dosage should not exceed 50 g (59 mL or 2 fl. oz.) per week. Do not use more than 26 sprays per application or 52 sprays per day. Treatment should be limited to 4 consecutive weeks.

Patients should be instructed to use CLOBEX® (clobetasol propionate spray) Spray, 0.05% for t...

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Clobex Patient Information: Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have severe irritation of any treated skin, or if you show signs of absorbing clobetasol topical through your skin, such as:

  • blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights;
  • mood changes;
  • sleep problems (insomnia);
  • weight gain, puffiness in your face; or
  • muscle weakness, feeling...

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Clobex Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used in adults to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid.

HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using clobetasol spray and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions regarding the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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What is Clobex Consumer Information?

Warnings - Uses - How to Use - Side Effects - Precautions - Drug Interactions and More

Clobex Spray - User Reviews

Clobex Spray User Reviews

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