Title: Generic Temovate Clobetasol in Brief

Generic temovate clobetasol is available under the brand name Temovate. It lessens or delays the actions of chemicals in the body that creates irritation, redness, and swelling. It treats inflammation caused by several conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis. There are many other uses of Generic temovate clobetasol.

How do you apply it?

Apply Generic temovate clobetasol cream with much care to the affected area once or twice daily until you notice any improvement. If you observe complete healing, discontinue the medication. In fact in some cases the disease disappears within a few days. If you notice no improvement within two to four weeks, reassess the diagnosis.

In case you apply foam, dispense it into the cap of the can, onto a saucer or other cool surface, or directly onto the abrasion. Dispensing the medication directly onto the hands should not be made (unless the hands are the affected area), as the foam will being to melt instantly upon contact with warm skin. Rinse the hands with cold water before applying the medication to prevent melting of the foam. If the can seems warm or the foam is runny, run the can under cold water. When applying Temovate to an area where hair is present, move the hair away from the affected area so that the medication can be applied to the skin. Gently massage the medication into the affected area. Use caution on areas where the skin creases, such as armpits, knees, and elbows. These areas may absorb more medication. Also, contact of this drug with the eyes, mouth, and mucous membranes. If you want to protect the area, it can be covered with a breathable cotton-gauze dressing.

Side Effects

Few clinical trials on Generic temovate clobetasolshowed the most frequent adverse reaction including burning sensation, irritation, and itching in 0.5% of treated patients. Less common reactions were stinging, cracking, erythema, folliculitis, numbness of fingers, skin atrophy, and telangiectasia.

Several extra local adverse reactions have been reported with topical corticosteroids, and they may arise more repeatedly with the use of occlusive dressings and higher potency corticosteroids. These reactions seldom occur: dryness, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, secondary infection, irritation, striae, and miliaria.

Speak to your doctors immediately if any of these side effects occur: vision problems, persistent headache, increased thirst or urination, unusual weakness or weight loss, dizziness. For more details consult your doctor or pharmacist, and inform them that you use (or have used) this medication.

Drug Interaction

Use of other skin products may rise to drug interaction. So talk to your physician about other medicines that may cause interaction before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Children may be more sensitive to drug side effects with prolonged use, including growth patterns. Consult your doctor. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and apply the next regularly scheduled dose.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of Temovate can create skin infection. If the medication is ingested, or if a large amount is used over a large area and side effects are being experienced, seek emergency medical advice.

What should I avoid while using Temovate?

Do not use plastic bandages, dressings, or diapers because they impede air to circulate to the area unless your doctor directs you to do so. By using occlusive dressings, your body will absorb the huge amount of drug greatly.

Do not use other topical products on the treated area, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. The OLUX foam is combustible. Keep away from fire, flame, and smoking during and immediately following application of the medication.