Dermovate
Clobetasol Propionate
Ingredients & Drug Type
Dermovate is listed as Dermatology containing Clobetasol Propionate. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
- Active ingredient
- Clobetasol Propionate
- Therapeutic class
- Dermatology
- Dosage form
- Cream
- Strength
- 0.05%
Dosing
- Frequency
- مرة–مرتين يومياً
- Duration
- لا تتجاوز أسبوعين
- Route
- topical
- Common catalog dose: كمية رقيقة جداً.
- Frequency: مرة–مرتين يومياً.
- Typical duration: لا تتجاوز أسبوعين.
- Route: topical.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
Medical Overview
Dermovate is listed as Dermatology containing Clobetasol Propionate. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
Dermovate (clobetasol propionate) is the most potent topical steroid in existence — reserved for thick recalcitrant plaques (psoriasis, lichen planus, discoid lupus). Hard limits: 2-4 week courses, ≤50g/week, NEVER face/folds/genitals/children. Regionally abused in skin-lightening mixes with documented permanent damage — a genuine public-health warning.
Uses / Indications
- Severe psoriasis
- resistant eczema
- lichen planus
- Acne, allergy, inflammation, skin infection, or itching depending on diagnosis.
Side Effects
- Very potent corticosteroid — skin atrophy
- steroid acne
- Irritation, dryness, redness, itching, or local allergy.
Contraindications
- **الوجه والرقبة والثنايا والمنطقة التناسلية: ممنوع. الأطفال دون 12: ممنوع.** الوردية والتهاب حول الفم
- أي عدوى جلدية غير معالجة
- حب الشباب
- والحكة الشرجية التناسلية. والاستخدام التجميلي للتفتيح: خطر موثق بعواقب دائمة.
- Deep wounds, severe infection, or ingredient allergy without medical assessment.
Warnings
- Do not use on the face
- skin folds
- or for prolonged periods
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes unless the product is intended for that area.
Drug Interactions
- خطره ذاتي لا تداخلي: الضماد المحكم يضاعف امتصاصه (بأمر اختصاصي حصراً)
- وجمعه مع كورتيزونات أخرى (موضعية أو جهازية) يراكم الحمل الستيرويدي الكلي.
- Tell your clinician about other skin products, especially peels, steroids, and topical antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Apply a thin layer only to the affected area.
- Wash hands after use.
- Use sun protection with photosensitizing medicines.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Dermovate?
Dermovate contains Clobetasol Propionate and is categorized as Dermatology. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Dermovate?
Catalog dosing information includes: كمية رقيقة جداً. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Dermovate?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Dermovate be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.