Adults use Clobex Lotion to treat a variety of skin conditions. Clobex reduces the swelling, itching and redness that can occur in these conditions. This medication is a very strong (super-high-potency) corticosteroid. This medication is not recommended for children younger than 18 due to an increased risk of side effects. 

Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Use Clobex Lotion exactly as directed.

Your skin condition should improve during the first two weeks of your treatment. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve during this time.

To use Clobex Lotion, apply a small amount of lotion to cover the affected skin area with a thin, even film and rub it in gently.

This medication is only for use on the skin. Do not let Clobex get into your eyes or mouth, and do not swallow it. Avoid use in the genital and rectal areas, skin creases, and armpits unless directed by your doctor.

Do not apply other skin preparations or products to the treated area without talking with your doctor.

Do not wrap or bandage the treated area unless your doctor tells you to. Such use may increase side effects.

Using too much Clobex Lotion or using it for a long time may increase your risk of having adrenal gland problems. The risk is greater for children and patients who use large amounts for a long time. Talk to your doctor right away if you or your child have more than one of these symptoms while you are using this medicine:

• Blurred vision
• Dizziness or fainting
• A fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat
• Increased thirst or urination
• Irritability
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

Check with your doctor immediately if blurred vision, difficulty with reading, or any other change in vision occurs during or after treatment. Your doctor may want your eyes checked by an ophthalmologist (eye doctor).

Check with your doctor right away if you or your child have a skin rash, burning, stinging, swelling, or irritation on the skin.

Clobex Lotion may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• burning, itching, irritation, redness, or dryness of the skin
• acne
• tiny red bumps or rash around the mouth
• small white or red bumps on the skin
• bruising or shiny skin
• red or purple blotches or lines under the skin
• thin, fragile, or dry skin
• changes in skin color

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• redness, swelling, oozing pus or other signs of skin infection in the place where you applied
• clobetasol
• severe rash
• skin sores
• changes in the way fat are spread around the body
• sudden weight gain
• unusual tiredness
• muscle weakness
• depression and irritability

Is it safe to use Clobex Lotion on children?

Children who use Clobex may have an increased risk of side effects, including slowed growth and delayed weight gain. Talk to your child's doctor about the risks of applying this medication to your child's skin.

Can you apply cosmetics on the treated area?

Do not use cosmetics or other skin care products on the treated areas.

What are the common side effects of Clobex Lotion?

Burning or stinging at the application site.