Pregnancy interaction
 

Pregnancy:

• Contains a very powerful steroid (clobetasol); even if it doesn't get absorbed well via the skin, there isn't much safety data. Only use if you really need to and only under the care of a doctor.

Breastfeeding:

• You can apply it on little sections of skin, but don't put it on your breasts. Don't let babies touch skin that has been treated.

Fertility:

• No known impact on fertility.
   

FAQs for Medicine?

Q1. What is this cream for?
It is used to treat mixed skin infections that involve bacteria, fungus, anaerobes, and swelling.

Q2. Is this a cream with steroids in it?
Yes. It has 0.05% clobetasol propionate, which is a very strong corticosteroid.

Q3. Is it okay to use for fungal infections?
It has terbinafine (an antifungal); however, the steroid may make symptoms better at first and make fungal infections worse if administered incorrectly. Only use with a doctor's supervision.

Q4. Is it safe to use on the face?
Not ever, unless it is plainly stated. Clobetasol can make your skin very thin and create acne, wrinkles, and changes in the color of your skin on your face.

Q5. How long can I use it?
Usually no more than five to seven days. Using it for a long time is not safe.

Q6. Does it help with itching and redness right away?
Yes, since the steroid works so well.

 

Expert advice

• Don't use this lotion on your skin for anything other than its intended function.
• Don't put it on your face, groin, underarms, or other thin-skinned regions.
• Long-term use can hurt your skin for good.
• Don't wrap it up tightly unless you're told to. This makes the steroids work better.
• Don't touch your eyes, lips, or open wounds.
• If the symptoms get worse or come back, the infection could be fungal, and using steroids the wrong way could make it worse.

Side effects

• Burning or stinging
• Redness
• Itching
• Peeling
• Dryness
• Serious (typically because of long-term or wrong use):
• Thinning of the skin (atrophy)
• Striae, or stretch marks
• Acne and folliculitis from steroids
• More hair growth
• Wound healing that takes longer
• Changes in skin color
• Fungal infection getting worse because to steroid suppression
• Dermatitis that comes back after stopping
• If you feel a lot of irritation, stop right away.

How It Works

• Ciprofloxacin (1%) is an antibiotic that works on a wide range of bacteria.
• Stops DNA replication, which kills germs.
• Metronidazole (1%) is an antibacterial and antiprotozoal drug that works against anaerobic bacteria.
• Works against anaerobic bacteria that can cause skin diseases.
• Antifungal terbinafine (1%)
• Stops the production of ergosterol, which hurts the membranes of fungal cells.
• Clobetasol propionate (0.05%) is a very strong corticosteroid.
• Decreases swelling, redness, and itching
• Strong anti-inflammatory effects
• Quick alleviation of symptoms
• Effect Together:
• It kills bacteria, fungus, and anaerobes while lowering inflammation a lot, which quickly relieves symptoms and controls infections.

 Medicine interaction

• Other steroids that are applied to the skin
• Other antifungal or antibacterial creams unless told to use them
• Retinoids, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and benzoyl peroxide (which makes things more irritating)
• Cosmetics with scents or strong cleansers
• No major medication interactions are foreseen.

How to use

• Thoroughly clean and dry the area that was impacted.
• As directed, put on a thin coating once or twice a day.
• Don't rub hard; spread gently.
• Don't use for more than seven days without a doctor's supervision.
• Don't use on big areas for long periods of time.
• After applying, wash your hands.
• Don't use tight bandages or dressings that block air unless your doctor tells you to.

Uses/indications

• Skin infections that are caused by a mix of bacteria, fungi, and anaerobes
• Dermatitis that has become infected
• Eczema that is infected
• Secondary bacterial infection in irritated skin
• Itching and redness that are quite bad and have an infection
• Skin rashes with germs on them
• Localized infected inflammatory skin lesions