Clobetasone butyrate Pharmacology

Clobetasone butyrate

About Clobetasone butyrate
A new corticosteroid, Anti inflammatory.
Mechanism of Action of Clobetasone butyrate
Clobetasone is a topical corticosteroid. It induces peptide Lipocortins which inhibit the enzyme Phospholipase A2. Phospholipase A2 is essential for the conversion of membrane phospholipids to Arachidonic acid. From this Arachidonic acid inflammatory mediators like prostaglandins, kinins, histamine, liposomal enzymes and the complement system are produced. By inhibiting Phospholipase A2 inflammatory mediators are not released. It also inhibits the migration of macrophages and leukocytes to the inflamed area by its vasoconstrictive properties. Corticosteroids also inhibit capillary production, collagen deposition and keloid (scar) formation on the inflamed area. Thus inhibiting inflammatory mediators and other actions Clobetasone are used for anti-inflammatory conditions.

Pharmacokinets of Clobetasone butyrate
Absorption: Clobetasone is absorbed through intact skin after topical administration and the amount absorbed is depending on the type of inflammation, vehicle used and the epidermal barrier
Onset of Action for Clobetasone butyrate
N/A
Duration of Action for Clobetasone butyrate
N/A
Half Life of Clobetasone butyrate
N/A
Side Effects of Clobetasone butyrate
1.Thinning of epidermis
2.Burning
3.Itching
4.Irritation
5.Atrophy (Dermal changes)
6.Telangiectasia
7.Striae
8.Hypopigmentation
9.Contact dermatitis
10.Perioral dermatitis
11.Cataract, Glaucoma, Corneal ulcers Caused by application around eyelids and surrounding skin
Contra-indications of Clobetasone butyrate
1.Hypersensitivity to Clobetasone and other corticosteroids
2.Acne vulgaris
3.Acne Rosacea
4.Nappy rash
5.Tuberculosis infection of the skin
6.Viral, fungal or bacterial primary infections
7.Ulcers
Special Precautions while taking Clobetasone butyrate
1.Avoid application on large surface area
2.Prolonged use
3.Psoriasis
4.Avoid contact with eyes
5.Avoid occlusive dressing
6.Not used more than 5 days on the face or in the children, 6. For external use only
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
NEONATES: contraindicated
Indications for Clobetasone butyrate
Skin disorders.
1.Otitis externa
2.Eczema
3.Dermatitis
4.Photodermatitis
5.Intertrigo (Inflammation in the skin folds)
6.Seborrheic dermatitis
7.Allergy or irritant dermatitis
8.Dermatoses (secondary infected)
9.Reaction to insect bite and stings
Interactions for Clobetasone butyrate
N/A
Typical Dosage for Clobetasone butyrate
Topical: Clobetasone 0.05 % cream is used. Apply the medicament thinly and evenly on the affected area 3- 4 times daily. Maximum drug100 g / week
Schedule of Clobetasone butyrate
N/A
Storage Requirements for Clobetasone butyrate
Store at room temperature. Protect from heat and light. Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Clobetasone butyrate
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Clobetasone butyrate
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

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