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Clotrimazole/betamethasone - Clotrimazole With Betamethasone - Topical Brand Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Clotrimazole/betamethasone.
- Lotrisone
- kloh-TRIM-uh-zole WITH bay-tuh-METH-uh-sown
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
Clotrimazole/betamethasone Miscellaneous Notes
- If the condition for which this was prescribed does not improve or becomes worse after a few days, notify your doctor.
- Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication.
- Do not share this medication with others.
Read Before Using Clotrimazole/betamethasone (precautions)
- Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.
Possible Side Effects
- This medication may cause burning, redness, or a rash.
- Notify your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms.
- Very unlikely to occur but report promptly the following side effects.
Clotrimazole/betamethasone Storage Instructions
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat.
- Check the expiration date on the tube and discard any expired medication.
Medicinal Applications
- This medication is a combination antifungal and steroid used on the skin to treat an infection and relieve associated itching and swelling.
Usage Instructions
- If you are using the lotion form of this medication, shake the container well before use.
- This medication is for use on the skin only.
- Clean and dry the affected area as directed.
- Then apply a small amount of the medication on the skin.
- A thin layer is all that is needed.
- Wash hands after use.
- Do not bandage, wrap or cover the area treated unless you are instructed to do so by your doctor.
- Do not use large amounts, apply this more often or use this for a longer period than directed.
- Your condition will not clear faster, but the chance for side effects may be increased.
- Use carefully if applying to the face.
- Avoid contact with the eyes, nose and mouth.
Drug Compatibility Recommendations
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.