* Generic Name: clotrimazole and betamethasone
* Brand Name: Lotrisone
* What is betamethasone and clotrimazole topical (Lotrisone)?
* What are the possible side effects of betamethasone and
clotrimazole topical (Lotrisone)?
* What is the most important information I should know about
betamethasone and clotrimazole topical (Lotrisone)?
* What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using
betamethasone and clotrimazole topical (Lotrisone)?
* How should I use betamethasone and clotrimazole topical
(Lotrisone)?
* What happens if I miss a dose (Lotrisone)?
* What happens if I overdose (Lotrisone)?
* What should I avoid while using betamethasone and clotrimazole
topical (Lotrisone)?
* What other drugs will affect betamethasone and clotrimazole
topical (Lotrisone)?
* Where can I get more information (Lotrisone)?
What is betamethasone and clotrimazole topical (Lotrisone)?
Betamethasone is steroid that reduces itching, swelling, and
redness of the skin.
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication that fights infections
caused by fungus.
Betamethasone and clotrimazole topical (for the skin) is used to treat
fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and
ringworm.
Betamethasone and clotrimazole topical may also be used for purposes
not listed in this medication guide.
What are the possible side effects of betamethasone and clotrimazole topical
(Lotrisone)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction:
hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or
throat.
Topical steroid medicine can be absorbed through the skin, which may
affect your adrenal gland. Call your doctor if you have:
* nausea, vomiting, severe dizziness;
* muscle weakness;
* depressed mood, feeling irritable;
* weight loss; or
* tired feeling.
Common side effects may include:
* burning or tingling of treated skin;
* rash; or
* swelling.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell
your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report
side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What is the most important information I should know about betamethasone and
clotrimazole topical (Lotrisone)?
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of
your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies,
and all medicines you use.
Lotrisone Patient Information including How Should I Take
Adult Skin Problems: Recognize These Skin Conditions?
Adult Skin Problems Slideshow
RxList
Quiz: Is Ringworm Contagious?
RxList
Gallery of Skin Problems and Image Collection
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using betamethasone
and clotrimazole topical (Lotrisone)?
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to betamethasone
or clotrimazole.
To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you
have:
* any type of skin infection.
It is not known whether betamethasone and clotrimazole topical will
harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to
become pregnant while using this medicine.
It is not known whether betamethasone and clotrimazole passes into
breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you
are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not use this medication on a child younger than 17 years old.
Children are more likely to absorb the steroid through the skin. Do
not use betamethasone and clotrimazole topical to treat diaper rash.
How should I use betamethasone and clotrimazole topical (Lotrisone)?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this
medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Do not take by mouth. Betamethasone and clotrimazole topical is for use
only on the skin. Do not use this medicine on open wounds or on
sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated skin. If this
medicine gets in your eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina, rinse with
water.
This medicine comes with patient instructions for safe and effective
use. Follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist
if you have any questions.
Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine.
Shake the lotion form of this medicine well just before you use it.
Apply a thin layer of the medicine and rub it in completely.
Do not cover treated skin areas with a bandage or tight clothing,
unless your doctor has told you to.
After applying the medicine, allow your skin to dry completely before
dressing. Wear loose-fitting clothing while you are treating jock
itch. If you are treating athlete's foot, wear clean cotton
socks and keep your feet as dry as possible.
Do not use betamethasone and clotrimazole for longer than 2 weeks for
jock itch or 4 weeks for athlete's foot, unless your doctor has told
you to.
It may take up to 1 or 2 weeks of using this medicine before your
symptoms improve. For best results, use medicine for the full
prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the
infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your
risk of further infection that is resistant to antifungal medicine.
Call your doctor if your groin symptoms do not improve after 1
week, or if your foot symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of
treatment.
Store this medicine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Keep the tube or bottle capped and tightly closed when not in use.
Lotrisone Patient Information including If I Miss a Dose
Adult Skin Problems: Recognize These Skin Conditions?
Adult Skin Problems Slideshow
RxList
Quiz: Is Ringworm Contagious?
RxList
Gallery of Skin Problems and Image Collection
What happens if I miss a dose (Lotrisone)?
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if
it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use extra medicine to make
up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose (Lotrisone)?
An overdose of betamethasone and clotrimazole topical is not expected
to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison
Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the
medication.
What should I avoid while using betamethasone and clotrimazole topical
(Lotrisone)?
Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your
lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water. Do not
use betamethasone and clotrimazole topical on sunburned, windburned,
dry, chapped, irritated, or broken skin.
Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothing that doesn't allow air
circulation. Until the infection is healed, wear clothing that is
made of natural fibers such as cotton.
What other drugs will affect betamethasone and clotrimazole topical
(Lotrisone)?
It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have
an effect on topically applied betamethasone and clotrimazole. But many
drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care
providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Where can I get more information (Lotrisone)?
Your pharmacist can provide more information about betamethasone and
clotrimazole topical.
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children, never share your medicines with others, and use this
medication only for the indication prescribed.
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