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Drug Information: Lotriderm cream

The recommended adult dosage of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) topical application is two to three times a day and for the paediatric use is one to two times a day. The following instruction should be followed to apply the LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate): (1) apply a thin layer of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) on the skin and just rub gently. 2) Do not cover the application site with bandage unless directed by Physicians 3) Do not use cosmetics or other skin care applications on the site of the LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) treatment. 4) If there is no visible benefit after the application of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) more than 2 weeks, contact your Doctor immediately. 5) Wash your hands before and after the use of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) with soap water.

Keep applying LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) for as long as your health care provider tells you to do so. To treat your problems or keep you from getting these symptoms, you have to take LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) as often and in the way LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) as prescribed by your Physician.

What is the important information I should know about LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate)?

  • Apply LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
  • Children skin absorbs LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) more rapidly than the adults and caution is needed on long term use.
  • If you observe weight changes or decrease in growth rate of your child consult your Physician right away.
  • It is important to apply LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
  • If LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) gets contacted in to the eye, wash with running water and seek medical help immediately.
  • Do not keep or use the expired medicine and also when there is no need to use.
  • Do not apply LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) in the under arm, groin and other covered body parts.
  • For the long term use of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate), perform the blood tests to assess the cortisol levels and fasting blood glucose levels at least once in six months.
  • LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) is not for ophthalmic use and if contacted with eyes, wash thoroughly with water.
  • Do not stop applying LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
  • Store LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) as per the instructions on the label.
  • The dosage of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) application may vary from person to person hence, it should not be self-medicated.
  • Wash your hands properly before and after using the LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate).
  • Keep LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) away from the reach of the children and pets.

    What happens if I miss a dose of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate)?

    Take the missed application dose of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) as soon as you remember, during the same day. If you do not remember until the next day, skip the missed dose and apply LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) next day as routine dose. Do not take a double dose of application.

    What happens if I overdose of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate)?

    No specific anti-dote is available. Symptomatic treatment can be helpful and in case of overdose of LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate), please seek emergency medical attention immediately.

    Where can I get more information on LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate)?

    LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for LOTRIDERM CREAM (Clotrimazole - Betamethasone Dipropionate) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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