DESCRIPTION

Temovate E topical (Clobetasol Propionate) is an RX medication that is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Clobetasol reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. It also can heal the rough, scaly patches on the skin seen with psoriasis.

This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid and also contains emollients. Emollients soften and moisturize the skin, leading to decreased itching and flaking and help to protect the skin against irritation.

PACKAGING

The generic Clobetasol Propionate Gel comes from Canada which is present in a pharmacy compound. The generic Clobetasol is also available in 0.05 %/50 gm ointment, 0.05 %/50 gm cream, and 0.05 %/60 gm lotion manufactured by Taro Pharmaceuticals in Canada. Generic Clobetasol Propionate is a corticosteroid for topical use only.

For storage of Clobetasol Propionate:

• Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children;
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.
Please note that the manufacturing country and the manufacturer may vary depending on the availability.

DELIVERY

The standard shipping fee is a flat rate of $10.00. Orders are normally dispatched in 2-3 working days after the order is processed. Your package will be delivered by regular mail in 10-14 business days after it is shipped out.

For more information and further assistance, please feel free to Customer Service at 604-581-4000 or email us at customerservice@canadawidepharmacy.com.

SIDE-EFFECTS

Common side effects of Clobetasol Propionate include local reactions such as burning sensations, irritation, redness, skin rash, and itching. Other side effects include dry or cracking skin, thinning or softening of your skin, rash or irritation around your mouth, swollen hair follicles, temporary hair loss, spider veins, changes in color of treated skin, blisters, pimples, crusting of treated skin, or stretch marks.

Less serious side effects may include:

• mild skin rash, itching, burning, or redness;
• dry or cracking skin;
• thinning or softening of your skin;
• skin rash or irritation around your mouth;
• swollen hair follicles;
• temporary hair loss;
• spider veins;
• changes in color of treated skin;
• blisters, pimples, or crusting of treated skin; or
• stretch marks.

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.

Although the risk of serious side effects is low when Clobetasol Propionate is applied to the skin, you should be aware of side effects that can occur if the medication is absorbed into your bloodstream.

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 Propionate 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 tired

No drug interactions have been reported. Systemically administered corticosteroids are secreted into breast milk in quantities not likely to have a deleterious effect on the infant. Nevertheless, caution should be exercised when topical corticosteroids are prescribed for a nursing woman. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies of the effects of Clobetasol Propionate on pregnant women. Clobetasol Propionate should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus, and should not be used extensively on pregnant patients, in large amounts, or for prolonged periods of time. Clobetasol Propionate should not be used in pediatric patients under 12 years old.

SAFETY

Things you must do when using Clobetasol Propionate:

If you are about to be started on any new medicine, tell your doctor and pharmacist that you are using Clobetasol Cream or Ointment. Likewise, tell any other doctors, dentists and pharmacists who are treating you that you are using this medicine.

If you become pregnant while using this medicine, tell your doctor immediately. Use Clobetasol Cream or Ointment exactly as your doctor has prescribed. Your doctor knows which skin conditions are suitable for treatment with a topical steroid and how to apply it to get the best results.

If you are using Clobetasol Cream or Ointment under dressings, cleanse the skin before a fresh dressing is applied.

Keep all of your doctor’s appointments so that your progress can be checked. This is especially important if your doctor has prescribed Clobetasol Cream or Ointment for psoriasis.

See your doctor if you feel that your condition is not improving or is getting worse. For example, tell your doctor if you develop a skin rash or hives while using Clobetasol Cream or Ointment or if you skin starts to feel hot or looks redder than usual.

Sometimes, treatment with Clobetasol can cause a local allergic reaction or increase the chance of getting an infection. This is a particular risk if you are using Clobetasol to treat inflamed skin around a leg ulcer.

Things you must not do when using Clobetasol Propionate: Do not use large amounts of Clobetasol Cream or Ointment for a long time.

Do not use Clobetasol Cream or Ointment for more than 4 weeks in adults or 5 days in children.

If you use large amounts for a long time, the chance of absorption through the skin increases. This can result in side effects such as weight gain, rounding of the face, hair loss, high blood pressure, bone thinning or cataracts. It can also result in your skin getting thinner or dryer, skin wrinkling, pink/purple stretch marks, or blood vessels near your skin looking more visible.

Do not use Clobetasol Cream or Ointment on skin areas that rub together such as under the arm area, or on wet, weak or broken skin, or under a dressing unless your doctor tells you to.

Using Clobetasol Cream or Ointment in this way also increases the chance of absorption through the skin and side effects like those listed above.

If you use Clobetasol Cream or Ointment on the eyelids, do not let the cream or ointment enter your eyes. If it gets in the eye, Clobetasol Cream or Ointment will cause irritation and may increase eye pressure which can cause glaucoma. If you accidentally get any of the cream or ointment in the eye, flush your eye with copious amounts of water.

Do not give your medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same condition as you. This medicine is only intended for the person it has been prescribed for.

Do not use Clobetasol Cream or Ointment to treat any other complaints unless your doctor tells you to. Not all skin conditions can be treated with a topical steroid.

Immediately contact your doctor or the Poisons Information Centre or go to Accident and Emergency at your nearest hospital, if you think that you may have applied too much, or if anyone else has applied or consumed any Clobetasol Cream or Ointment by mistake.

DISCLAIMERS:

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