Beclometasone + Clotrimazole
Information about Beclometasone + Clotrimazole
Beclometasone + clotrimazole uses
Beclometasone+Clotrimazole is used in the treatment of Fungal skin infections.
How beclometasone + clotrimazole works
This is a combination of two medicines: Beclometasone and Clotrimazole. Beclometasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Clotrimazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering.
Common side effects of beclometasone + clotrimazole
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Burning sensation, Dry skin, Itching, Irritation, Hair follicle inflammation, Hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth), Acneiform eruptions, Hypopigmentation, Perioral dermatitis, Allergic contact dermatitis, Skin maceration, Skin atrophy, Stretch marks, Miliaria (sweat rash), Maculopapular rash, Edema (swelling), Secondary infections
Available Medicine for Beclometasone + Clotrimazole
Expert advice for Beclometasone + Clotrimazole
- You have been prescribed Beclometasone + Clotrimazole for the treatment of fungal skin infections.
- It is for use on skin only. Do not use it in your eyes, mouth, or vagina. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Beclometasone + Clotrimazole and consult your doctor.
- Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment.
Frequently asked questions for Beclometasone + Clotrimazole
Beclometasone + Clotrimazole
Q. What is Beclometasone+Clotrimazole?
Beclometasone+Clotrimazole is a combination of two medicines: Beclometasone and Clotrimazole. This combination is used to treat skin infections. Clotrimazole is an antifungal drug that works by inhibiting the growth of fungi that cause skin infection. Beclometasone is a steroid medicine and it decreases swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the area of skin infection.
Q. Is it safe to use Beclometasone+Clotrimazole?
Yes, Beclometasone+Clotrimazole is safe when used according to the doctor’s advice and for a limited duration of time (1-2 weeks). However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like transient burning, itching and irritation at the application site. It may also cause other uncommon or rare side effects. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any persistent problem while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Beclometasone+Clotrimazole when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Beclometasone+Clotrimazole without completing the full course of treatment. Your symptoms may improve and you may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured but you should complete your advised duration.