Lotrisone
Chemical Name: LOTRISONE CLOTRIMAZOLE (kloe-TRIM-a-zole)
and BETAMETHASONE (bay-ta-METH-a-sone)
Common Lotrisone uses
This medicine is
an antifungal and corticosteroid combination
used to treat skin infections. It also
relieves redness and itching associated with
infections.
Before using Lotrisone
Some medicines or
medical conditions may interact with this
medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST
of all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine that you are taking. Inform your
doctor of any other medical conditions,
allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE
OF THIS MEDICINE is not recommended for
diaper rash. Contact you doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions or
concerns about taking this medicine.
Lotrisone Directions
Use this medicine
exactly as directed by your doctor. Wash and
completely dry the affected area. SHAKE WELL
before using a dose. Gently rub the medicine
into the affected and surrounding areas
until it is evenly distributed. Wash hands
thoroughly before and after applying this
medicine. DO NOT BANDAGE OR WRAP the
affected area unless directed otherwise by
your doctor. When applying to groin, wear
loose-fitting clothing. STORE THIS MEDICINE
at room temperature below 77 degrees F (25
degrees C) in the upright position only,
away from heat and light. Brief storage
between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30
degrees C) is permitted. TO CLEAR UP YOUR
INFECTION COMPLETELY, continue using this
medicine for the full course of treatment.
Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF
THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the missed dose and go back to your
regular dosing schedule.
Lotrisone Cautions
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS
DO NOT IMPROVE or if they become worse,
check with your doctor. AVOID GETTING this
medicine in your eyes. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE longer than the time prescribed by
your doctor. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for
other skin conditions at a later time. FOR
WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT,
discuss with your doctor the benefits and
risks of using this medicine during
pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS
EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL
BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this
medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby.
Possible Lotrisone side effects
CHECK WITH YOUR
DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience
redness, itching, burning, blistering,
swelling, or oozing. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your
doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions
can result in unwanted side effects or
prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use
our drug interaction checker to find out if
your medicines interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Lotrisone
If overdose is
suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately. This
medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
Additional Lotrisone information
DO NOT SHARE THIS
MEDICINE with others for whom it was not
prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for
other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE
out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS
MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME,
obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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