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What is the most important information I should know about
clotrimazole and betamethasone topical?
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Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your
doctor even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may improve
before the infection is completely healed. |
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Do not use bandages or dressings that do not allow air to circulate
over the affected area (occlusive dressings) unless otherwise directed
by your doctor. Wear loose-fitting clothing (preferably cotton). |
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Clotrimazole and betamethasone topical is not approved for use in
children younger than 12 years of age. It must be used very cautiously,
as directed by a doctor, to treat any child. Children have a much
greater response to topical steroid medications. |
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Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth. |
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What is clotrimazole and betamethasone topical?
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Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication. Clotrimazole topical
prevents fungus from growing on your skin. |
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Betamethasone is a topical steroid that reduces itching, swelling,
and redness of the skin. |
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Betamethasone and clotrimazole topical is used to treat fungal skin
infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm. |
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Betamethasone and clotrimazole topical may also be used for purposes
other than those listed in this medication guide. |
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Who should not use clotrimazole and betamethasone topical?
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Do not use betamethasone and clotrimazole topical if you have had an
allergic reaction to it in the past. |
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Betamethasone and clotrimazole topical is the FDA pregnancy category
C. This means that it is not known whether betamethasone and
clotrimazole topical will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this
medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. |
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It is not known whether betamethasone and clotrimazole passes into
breast milk. Do not use betamethasone and clotrimazole topical without
first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. |
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Betamethasone and clotrimazole topical is not approved for use in
children younger than 12 years of age. It must be used very cautiously,
as directed by a doctor, to treat any child. Children have a much
greater response to topical steroid medications. |
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How should I use clotrimazole and betamethasone topical?
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Use betamethasone and clotrimazole topical exactly as directed by
your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your
pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. |
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Wash your hands before and after using this medication. |
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Clean and dry the affected area. Apply a small amount of the
cream--usually twice daily--for 2 to 4 weeks. |
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Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your
doctor or as recommended in the package even if you begin to feel better.
Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely healed. |
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If the infection does not clear up, return to your doctor. |
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Do not use bandages or dressings that do not allow air circulation
over the affected area (occlusive dressings). A light cotton-gauze
dressing may be used to protect clothing. |
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Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth. |
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Do not share this medication with others, especially children. |
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Store clotrimazole and betamethasone topical at room temperature
away from moisture and heat. |
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What happens if I miss a dose?
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Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the dose you
missed and apply only the regular amount of betamethasone and
clotrimazole topical. Do not use a double dose of this medication unless
otherwise directed by your doctor. |
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What happens if I overdose?
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An overdose of clotrimazole and betamethasone topical is unlikely to
occur. If you do suspect that a much larger than normal dose has been
used or that betamethasone and clotrimazole topical has been ingested,
contact an emergency room or a poison control left. |
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What should I avoid while using clotrimazole and betamethasone
topical?
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Avoid wearing tight-fitting, synthetic clothing that doesn't allow
air circulation. Wear clothing made of loose cotton and other natural
fibers until the infection is healed. |
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What are the possible side effects of clotrimazole and betamethasone
topical?
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Serious side effects of betamethasone and clotrimazole topical use
are not expected. Stop using betamethasone and clotrimazole topical and
see your doctor if you experience unusual or severe blistering, itching,
redness, peeling, dryness, or irritation of the skin. |
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Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to
your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is
especially bothersome. |
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What other drugs will affect clotrimazole and betamethasone topical?
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Other skin medications may affect the absorption or effectiveness of
betamethasone and clotrimazole topical. Avoid using other topical
medicines at the same time. |
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Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has additional information about betamethasone and
clotrimazole topical written for health professionals that you may read. |
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Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of
children, never share your medicines with others, and use this
medication only for the indication prescribed. |
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