Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate

When should one not use Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate

• If you are allergic to clobetasol, neomycin, or any other ingredients of Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate.
• If you have acne or an infection on your face, around your mouth, or in private parts.
• If you have chickenpox, shingles, warts, or any other wounds and skin infections.
• If you have an untreated skin infection or skin thinning problem.

Common side effects of this drug are:

Other General Warnings

• You have or had an allergic reaction to any steroids.
• You develop an infection or superinfection after using this medicine.
• You are applying Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate on a cut or broken skin, acne or on a larger skin area.
• You should avoid getting this medicine into your eyes, nose, mouth, open wounds, armpits and private parts. In case of such exposure, you should wash the affected part thoroughly with water.
• You experience an allergic reaction after using this medicine.
• You are also applying other topical medicines (cream, ointment, lotion, etc).
• You do not notice any improvement in your condition after applying this medicine for a week.
• Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate must not be used for a longer duration without proper medical guidance.

How Does It Work?

• Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate works by the combined action of both its components - Clobetasol and Neomycin.
• Clobetasol is a steroid, which works by blocking the production of certain chemical substances in the body (prostaglandins) which cause itching, swelling, and redness.
• Neomycin is an antibiotic and it works by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of bacteria causing infection.

Interactions with other medicines

• Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate is applied externally on the skin, thus it is less likely to interact with other medicines taken orally. However, it may interact with other topically applied creams, lotions, and gel. Discuss with your doctor if you are already on another topical gel or cream.
• Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate should be used with caution along with ritonavir (used in HIV infection) and itraconazole (used to treat fungal infections), as it may increase the risk of having side effects.

Overdose

• As Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate is meant for external application, cases of an overdose are unlikely. However, excessive use of this medicine for a longer period may lead to steroid toxicity.
• Upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit your nearest hospital.
• If you have overapplied it, wipe out the excess medicine with a tissue or cotton.

Missed a Dose

• If you have missed applying Clobetasol Propionate+Neomycin Sulphate, apply it as soon as possible.
• Do not overapply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.