Description

Clobetasol Propionate (Clovate) 0.05% Cream, a prescription-strength topical corticosteroid.

  • Generic name: Clobetasol propionate
  • Brand: Clovate
  • Strength: 0.5 mg/g (0.05% w/w)
  • Dosage form: Cream
  • Pack size: 15 g
  • Drug class: Very high/super-high potency topical corticosteroid
  • Route: For external/topical use only
  • Main uses: Short-term treatment of steroid-responsive inflammatory and itchy skin conditions, including certain forms of eczema/dermatitis and psoriasis.
  • How it works: It reduces inflammation, redness, swelling, and itching by suppressing inflammatory activity in the skin.

Important precautions

Because clobetasol is highly potent, it should generally be used for a limited duration and on limited areas of skin. Prolonged or excessive use can cause skin thinning and other local effects, and significant absorption can potentially affect the body’s adrenal system.

It is generally not intended for routine use on the face, groin, or underarms, and should not be used for conditions such as rosacea or perioral dermatitis unless specifically directed by a physician.