Clotrimazole and Betamethasone (Topical)

Brand Names : Lotrisone, Lotriderm

Proper Use of This Medicine

Before applying this medicine, wash the affected area with soap and water, and dry thoroughly.

Do not use this medicine in the eyes .

To use:

• Check with your doctor before using this medicine on any other skin problems . It should not be used on bacterial or virus infections or on diaper rash. Also, it should only be used on certain kinds of fungus infections of the skin.
• Apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected area(s) and surrounding skin. Rub in gently and thoroughly.

The use of any kind of occlusive dressing (airtight covering, such as kitchen plastic wrap) over this medicine may increase absorption of the medicine and the chance of irritation and other side effects. Therefore, do not bandage, wrap, or apply any occlusive dressing over this medicine unless directed by your doctor. Also, wear loose-fitting clothing when using this medicine on the groin area. When using this medicine on the diaper area of children, avoid tight-fitting diapers and plastic pants .

To help clear up your skin infection completely, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment , even if your symptoms have disappeared. Do not miss any doses . However, do not use this medicine more often or for a longer time than your doctor ordered . To do so may increase absorption through your skin and the chance of side effects. In addition, too much use, especially on thin skin areas (for example, face, armpits, genitals [sex organs], between the toes, groin), may result in thinning of the skin and in stretch marks.

Dosing - Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average dose of clotrimazole and betamethasone combination. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For topical cream dosage form:
  • For jock itch (ringworm of the groin; tinea cruris) or ringworm of the body (tinea corporis):
    • Adults and children 12 years of age and over - Apply to the affected skin and surrounding area(s) two times a day, morning and evening, for 2 weeks.
    • Children up to 12 years of age - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
  • For athlete's foot (ringworm of the foot; tinea pedis):
    
    • Adults and children 12 years of age and over - Apply to the affected skin and surrounding area(s) two times a day, morning and evening, for 4 weeks.
    • Children up to 12 years of age - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the medicine from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.