Alclometasone topical
Generic name: alclometasone topical [ AL-kloe-MET-a-sone-TOP-ik-al ]
Brand name: Aclovate
Dosage forms: topical cream (0.05%); topical ointment (0.05%)
Drug class:Topical steroids
What is alclometasone topical?
Alclometasone is a topical steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.
Alclometasone topical (for the skin) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.
Alclometasone topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use alclometasone topical if you are allergic to it.
Do not use alclometasone topical to treat diaper rash.
To make sure alclometasone topical is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infection.
Steroids can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether alclometasone topical will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using alclometasone topical.
It is not known whether alclometasone topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Alclometasone topical should not be used on a child younger than 1 year old. Do not use this medicine on any child without a doctor's advice. Children can absorb larger amounts of this medication through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.
How should I use alclometasone topical?
Alclometasone topical is usually applied 2 or 3 times per day. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Wash your hands before and after using alclometasone topical, unless you are using the medicine to treat the skin on your hands.
Apply a small amount to the affected area and rub it gently into the skin. Do not apply alclometasone topical over a large area of skin.
Do not cover the treated skin area unless your doctor tells you to.
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