CLOBEGO GM Cream 20gm

INTRODUCTION

CLOBEGO GM CREAM is a combination of Clobetasol, Miconazole and Neomycin which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids, Antifungals and Antibiotics. It is used to treat resistant dermatoses (skin infections) with secondary bacterial or fungal infection.

CLOBEGO GM CREAM is not recommended for use in patients with rosacea, acne vulgaris, perioral dermatitis, perianal and genital pruritus, viral infections (ex. herpes simplex, chickenpox) and perforated eardrum. Contact your doctor before applying. CLOBEGO GM CREAM should be used with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease. Contact your doctor before applying.

CLOBEGO GM CREAM is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy unless considered clearly necessary. CLOBEGO GM CREAM should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is not known whether it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before applying. CLOBEGO GM CREAM is not recommended for use in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before applying.

Dosage adjustment is not required for CLOBEGO GM CREAM in the geriatric population. However, greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out. Contact your doctor before applying. The most common side effects of this medicine are skin rash, itching, redness, burning sensation and contact dermatitis. Contact your physician if any of the symptoms worsen.

USES OF CLOBEGO GM CREAM

• Used to treat resistant dermatoses (skin infections) with secondary bacterial or fungal infection

HOW CLOBEGO GM CREAM WORKS

CLOBEGO GM CREAM helps to treat infection, where Clobetasol have anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and vasoconstrictive properties, which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy. Miconazole belongs to antifungal which stops the growth of fungi while Neomycin belongs to antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria in the skin.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Apply CLOBEGO GM CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Wash your hands with soap and water and apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area of the skin and rub it gently. Avoid contact with eyes, face, groin or in the skin folds.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CLOBEGO GM CREAM

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Skin Rash Or Itching

Avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate the skin. Do not scratch the affected area. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. Regularly use unscented moisturizers to soothe and hydrate the affected area. Contact your doctor if itching worsens.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY

Monitoring required

CLOBEGO GM CREAM is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless considered clearly necessary. Contact your doctor before applying.

BREASTFEEDING

Use with Caution

CLOBEGO GM CREAM should be used with caution in breastfeeding women as it is not known whether it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before applying.

KIDNEY

Use with Caution

CLOBEGO GM CREAM should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Contact your doctor before applying.

LIVER

Use with Caution

CLOBEGO GM CREAM should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Contact your doctor before applying.

ALLERGY

Contraindicated

Do not use CLOBEGO GM CREAM if you are allergic to Clobetasol, Miconazole, Neomycin, or to any other ingredients of this medicine.

USE IN PEDIATRICS

Contraindicated

CLOBEGO GM CREAM is not recommended for use in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before applying.

USE IN GERIATRICS

Use with Caution

Dosage adjustment is not required for CLOBEGO GM CREAM in the geriatric population. However, greater sensitivity of some older individuals cannot be ruled out. Contact your doctor before applying.

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before applying CLOBEGO GM CREAM tell your doctor if you are taking,

• ritonavir (medicines used for HIV infections)
• itraconazole (medicines used for fungal infections)
• amikacin, gentamicin (medicines used for bacterial infections)
• neuromuscular blocking agents like atracurium, pancuronium (medicines used in anaesthesia)
• warfarin (medicines used to treat or prevent blood clots)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally uses too much of CLOBEGO GM CREAM, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep out of reach of children
• Store CLOBEGO GM CREAM below 25°C

FAQs ABOUT CLOBEGO GM CREAM

Q: What are the possible side effects of applying CLOBEGO GM CREAM?

A: The most common side effects of this medicine are skin rash, urticaria, itching, redness, burning sensation and contact dermatitis. Contact your physician if any of the symptoms worsen.

Q: Can I use CLOBEGO GM CREAM in children?

A: CLOBEGO GM CREAM is not recommended for use in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before applying.

Q: For what conditions CLOBEGO GM CREAM is used?

A: CLOBEGO GM CREAM is used to treat resistant dermatoses (skin infections) with secondary bacterial or fungal infection.

Q: Does CLOBEGO GM CREAM cause itching on the skin?

A: Yes, CLOBEGO GM CREAM may cause skin itching at the site of application as a temporary side effect. However, if the itching persists or worsens, consult your doctor for advice.

Q: Can I stop using CLOBEGO GM CREAM when my symptoms are relieved?

A: No, do not stop using CLOBEGO GM CREAM and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q: Who should not use CLOBEGO GM CREAM?

A: CLOBEGO GM CREAM is not recommended for use in patients with rosacea, acne vulgaris, perioral dermatitis, perianal and genital pruritus, viral infections (ex. herpes simplex, chickenpox), perforated eardrum. Contact your doctor before applying.

REFERENCES

1. K.D. Tripathi. Drugs acting on the skin and mucous membrane, Antifungal Drugs & Aminoglycoside Antibiotics. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 895, 792, 750.

2. Bethesda (MD). Clobetasol. National Institute of Health. NLM. National Centre for Biotechnology Information. PubChem Compound Summary. 2004. [Accessed on 17th June 2022] https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5311051

3. Bethesda (MD). Miconazole. National Institute of Health. NLM. National Centre for Biotechnology Information. PubChem Compound Summary. 2004. [Accessed on 17th June 2022] https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/4189

4. Bethesda (MD). Neomycin. National Institute of Health. NLM. National Centre for Biotechnology Information. PubChem Compound Summary. 2004. [Accessed on 17th June 2022] https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Neomycin

5. Blue Cross labs. Clobetasol, Miconazole and Neomycin. [Revised on May 2020] [Accessed on 24th June 2022] https://www.bluecrosslabs.com/img/sections/SONADERM-NM-CREAM.pdf

AUTHOR DETAILS

Written By Dr. Janet.C, Pharm.D
Last updated on 17 Feb 2023 | 11:06 AM(IST)