Clotrimazole (kloe trim' a zole) and Betamethasone Dipropionate (bay" ta meth' a sone dye proe' pee oh nate)
Cream USP, 1%/0.05%
Important information: Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream is for use on skin only. Do not use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream in your eyes, mouth, or vagina.
What is clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream?
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Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream is a prescription medication used on the skin (topical) to treat fungal infections of the feet, groin, and body in people 17 years of age and older. Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream is used for fungal infections that are inflamed and have symptoms of redness or itching.
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Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream should not be used in children under 17 years of age.
Before using clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream, tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you:
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are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream will harm your unborn baby. If you use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream during pregnancy, use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream on the smallest area of the skin and for the shortest time needed.
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are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. It is not known if clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream passes into your breast milk. Breastfeeding women should use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream on the smallest area of skin and for the shortest time needed while breastfeeding. Do not apply clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream directly to the nipple and areola to avoid contact with your baby.
Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take other corticosteroid medicines by mouth or use other products on your skin or scalp that contain corticosteroids.
How should I use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream?
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Use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream exactly as your healthcare provider tells you to use it.
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Use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream for the prescribed treatment time, even if your symptoms get better.
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Do not use more than 45 grams of clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream in 1 week.
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Do not bandage, cover, or wrap the treated area unless your healthcare provider tells you to. Wear loose-fitting clothing if you use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream in the groin area.
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Do not use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream on your face or underarms (armpits).
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For treatment of fungal infections of the groin and body:
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Apply a thin layer of clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream to the affected skin area 2 times a day for 1 week.
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Tell your healthcare provider if the treated skin area does not improve after 1 week of treatment.
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Do not use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream for longer than 2 weeks.
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For treatment of fungal infections of the feet:
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Apply a thin layer of clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream to the affected skin area 2 times a day for 2 weeks.
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Tell your healthcare provider if the treated skin area does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment. Do not use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream longer than 4 weeks.
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Wash your hands after applying clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream.
What should I avoid while using clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream?
Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream should not be used to treat diaper rash or redness. You should avoid applying clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream in the diaper area.
What are the possible side effects of clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream?
Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream may cause serious side effects, including:
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Clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream can pass through your skin. Too much clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream passing through your skin can cause your adrenal glands to stop working. Your healthcare provider may do blood tests to check for adrenal gland problems.
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Vision problems. Topical corticosteroids may increase your chance of developing cataracts and glaucoma. Tell your healthcare provider if you develop blurred vision or other vision problems during treatment with clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream.
The most common side effects of clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream include burning, tingling, rash, swelling, and infections. These are not all the possible side effects of clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
How should I store clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream?
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Store clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream at room temperature between 68°F to 77°F (20°C to 25°C).
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Do not leave clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream in your car in cold or hot weather conditions.
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Keep clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream and all medicines out of the reach of children.
General information about the safe and effective use of clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream.
Medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a Patient Information leaflet. Do not use clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream for a condition for which it was not prescribed. Do not give clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream to other people, even if they have the same symptoms that you have. It may harm them. You can ask your pharmacist or healthcare provider for information about clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream that is written for health professionals.
What are the ingredients in clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate cream?
Active ingredients: clotrimazole and betamethasone dipropionate
Inactive ingredients: benzyl alcohol, ceteareth-30, cetyl alcohol, mineral oil, monobasic sodium phosphate, phosphoric acid, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium hydroxide, stearyl alcohol, and white petrolatum.
This Patient Information has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Manufactured by:
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited
Baddi, Himachal Pradesh 173205, India
Manufactured for:
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Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA
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November 2020