Beclomethasone+Clotrimazole

When should one not use Beclomethasone+Clotrimazole

• If you are allergic to beclomethasone, clotrimazole or any of the ingredients of Beclomethasone+Clotrimazole.
• If you have a history of allergy to other corticosteroids or imidazole antifungals.

Common side effects of this drug are:

Other General Warnings

• You develop any skin reactions or allergic reactions after applying Beclomethasone+Clotrimazole, inform your doctor immediately.
• You are using this medicine for over two weeks, as prolonged use of this medicine can cause symptoms like fever, shaking, chills, headache, diarrhoea, depression, low blood pressure, etc.
• Do not use this medicine on any condition other than prescribed by your doctor.
• Do not apply this medicine for a prolonged duration on a larger skin area or more than the prescribed duration.
• Beclomethasone+Clotrimazole is not recommended for use in children.

How Does It Work?

• Beclomethasone is a steroid that acts by blocking the synthesis of natural substances, i.e. prostaglandins, which is responsible for itching, swelling and redness.
• Clotrimazole works by inhibiting the formation of a fungal cell wall component, which alters its permeability and stops the fungus from growing.

Interactions with other medicines

• As Beclomethasone+Clotrimazole is meant for external use, it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, you should always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.
• Medicines like mifepristone, aldesleukin, ritonavir should be used with caution with this medicine.

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