Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid is a very potent topical steroid combined with a scale-softening agent. It is a prescription medicine used for psoriasis, scalp psoriasis, thick scaly skin and stubborn scaly eczema. In Pakistan it is available as lotion, cream and ointment, made by 4 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid works

Clobetasol is a very potent corticosteroid that calms inflammation, reduces redness and itching, and slows the overactive skin cell growth seen in psoriasis. Salicylic acid is a keratolytic that softens and loosens hard scales, helping the steroid penetrate the thickened skin more effectively.

What is Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid used for?

• Psoriasis
• Scalp psoriasis
• Thick scaly skin
• Stubborn scaly eczema

Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid is used to treat thick, scaly patches of skin that need a strong steroid, such as psoriasis, including scalp psoriasis, and stubborn scaly eczema. The salicylic acid helps remove scale so the steroid can reach the inflamed skin underneath. It is usually reserved for short courses when weaker treatments have not worked well enough.

Side effects of Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid

When used as directed, Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid usually causes only mild local effects. These include:

• Burning or stinging
• Itching
• Dryness or irritation
• Skin thinning with prolonged use
• Stretch marks
• Inflamed hair follicles

Stop using it and see your doctor if the skin becomes infected, worsens or blisters, or if you notice ringing in the ears, nausea or fast breathing after use on large areas. Get urgent help for signs of an allergic reaction.

Precautions and warnings

• Use it only for the short period your doctor recommends, as long-term or widespread use can thin the skin and affect the body's own steroid production.
• Do not use it on the face, groin or armpits, or under bandages or dressings, unless your doctor tells you to.
• Avoid the eyes and broken skin, and wash your hands after applying it.
• Do not use it on untreated skin infections, acne or rosacea.
• It is not usually recommended for children, and you should speak to your doctor before using it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions about Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid

What is the price of Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid products currently in stock range from Rs 56 to Rs 325 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Clobetrex-S Lotion at Rs 56. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid are available in Pakistan?

Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Clobederm-s (Atco Laboratories Ltd), Dermovate (Glaxo Smithkline (Paaris)), Whitfield (Green Land Nutraceutical) and Clobetrex-s (Dermagen).

Do I need a prescription for Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid?

Yes. Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid be used during pregnancy?

It is not usually recommended for children, and you should speak to your doctor before using it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Are all Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 4 products containing Clobetasol + Salicylic Acid from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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