Drug Name: | Clobetasol Propionate |
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Drug Class: | Topical corticosteroid |
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Mechanism of Action: | Binds to glucocorticoid receptors, leading to decreased inflammation and immune response |
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Use: | - Treatment of inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis
- Relief of itching, redness, and swelling
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Side Effects: | - Skin thinning
- Burning or stinging sensation
- Dryness or cracking of the skin
- Acne
- Changes in skin color
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Contraindications: | - Hypersensitivity to clobetasol propionate or any component of the formulation
- Skin infections
- Rosacea
- Acne vulgaris
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Specialty: | - Dermatology
- Allergy and Immunology
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