Lotrisone (Clotrimazole and Betamethasone) Drug Information: Overdosage and Contraindications

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May 27, 2012

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Ringworm facts

Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin and is not due to a worm.
The medical term for ringworm is tinea. The condition is further named for the site of the body where the infection occurs.
Ringworm causes a scaly, crusted rash that may itch.
Ringworm can be successfully treated with antifungal medications used either topically or orally.

What does the term ringworm mean?

The term ringworm or ringworms refers to fungal infections that are on the surface of the skin. The name is derived from the early belief that the infection was due to a worm, which it is not. Ringworm is a fungal infection in the skin. Nevertheless, the name ringworm remains. Some of these fungi produce round spots on the skin, but many do not. On the other hand, many round, red spots on the skin are not due to a fungal infection. A physical examination of the affected s...

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OVERDOSE

Amounts greater than 45 g/week of LOTRISONE® (clotrimazole and betamethasone) Cream or 45 mL/week of LOTRISONE® (clotrimazole and betamethasone) Lotion should not be used. Acute overdosage with topical application of LOTRISONE (clotrimazole and betamethasone) Cream or Lotion is unlikely and would not be expected to lead to a life-threatening situation. LOTRISONE (clotrimazole and betamethasone) Cream or Lotion should not be used for longer than the prescribed time period.

Topically applied corticosteroids, such as the one contained in LOTRISONE (clotrimazole and betamethasone) Cream or Lotion can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects (see PRECAUTIONS).

CONTRAINDICATIONS

LOTRISONE® (clotrimazole and betamethasone) Cream or Lotion is contraindicated in patients who are sensitive to clotrimazole, betamethasone dipropionate, other corticosteroids or imidazoles, or to any ingredient in these preparations.

Last reviewed on RxList: 6/10/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.