Clobetasol Propionate USP 0.05% Clobex, Temovate (US),Olux, Tenovate, Dermovate, Dermatovate, Butavate, Movate Review

Clobetasol Propionate USP 0.05% Clobex, Temovate (US),Olux, Tenovate, Dermovate, Dermatovate, Butavate, Movate — 

To the Point

I have had small red spots for as long as I can remember. A dermatologist long ago said it was psoriasis as does my current doctor. For years I have been on Clobetasol propionate and another less potent drug (one day on; one day off). However during this visit to my dermatologist she prescribed only Clobetasol propionate.

A Closer View

I don't understand the science behind it but I can tell you (from wikipedia)  that Clobetasol propionate is "a corticosteroid used to treat various skin disorders including eczema and psoriasis. It comes in ointment and emollient cream presentations. It has very high potency and typically should not be used with occlusive dressings, or for extended continuous use (beyond two weeks). It is also used to treat several auto-immune diseases including alopecia areata, vitiligo and lichen planus (auto immune skin nodules)."

I have an autoimmune disease called Sjogren's Syndrome. Although the psoriasis came long before the diagnosis we believe that there is a correlation.

Clobetasol propionate is marketed and sold worldwide under numerous names including Clobex, Olux, Tenovate, Dermovate, Dermatovate, Butavate, and Movate.

I have never had adverse reactions but there is a whole host of them including a burning sensation, glaucoma, itching, finger numbness, and Cushing's sydrome. (I do wish I didn't know this!)

Clobetasol propionate ointment is potent which is why initially the doctor wanted me to take it on and off. I only put on a dab in the morning and at night and truthfully within a couple of days it starts to dry and go away.

Clobetasol propionatethe is not a cure and treatment beyond 2 consecutive weeks is not recommended, Children under age 12 shouldn't use it.

Clobetasol propionate is odorless and is a thin white lotion that is gone almost the moment I dab it on.

Jo's Viewpoint

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