PRODUCT DETAILS

About Closol G Ointment

CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN is a combination of two medicines, namely: Gentamicin and Clobetasol. Gentamicin is an antibiotic, whereas Clobetasol is a corticosteroid. CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN is primarily used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria.  Bacterial skin infection occurs when bacteria enter the body through broken skin.

Gentamicin works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for the survival of the bacteria. Clobetasol works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Together, CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN helps in treating skin infections.

CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN is for external use only. Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in. If CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN comes in contact with eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water immediately. You are advised to use CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually continue using CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Consult your doctor before using CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN in more than prescribed doses, or on a large area of skin for a longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Do not apply CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN on children’s skin unless prescribed by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you are taking before taking CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Closol G Ointment

Bacterial skin infections.

Medicinal Benefits of Closol G Ointment

CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN is a combination of two medicines, namely: Gentamicin and Clobetasol. Gentamicin is an antibiotic, whereas clobetasol is a corticosteroid. CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN is primarily used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria. Gentamicin works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required for the survival of the bacteria. Clobetasol works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Together, CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN helps in treating skin infections.

Directions for Use

CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN is for external use only, clean and dry the affected area. Take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and apply it directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in. Do not use CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN on dressing, band-aids, and make-up unless told by the doctor. If CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN comes in contact with eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water immediately. Wash your hands before and after using CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN, however, do not wash your hands if you are applying CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN on your hands.

Side Effects of Closol G Ointment

Like all medicines, CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN can also cause side effects, although not everybody experiences them. Skin peeling, dryness, burning sensation, irritation, stinging sensation, itching and redness at the site of application, and thinning of skin are the common side-effects of CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not use CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Consult your doctor before using CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN in more than prescribed doses, or on a large area of skin for a longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Do not apply CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN on children’s skin unless prescribed by the doctor. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve despite using CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN for 2-4weeks. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition before taking CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN to rule out any side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN may have interaction with pain killers (aspirin), antibiotics (ampicillin, ceftriaxone, clindamycin, and vancomycin), diuretic medication (furosemide), other corticosteroids (prednisone), drugs that lower the immune system (cyclosporine) and a local anesthetic (lidocaine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN may have interactions with diabetes, diaper rash, dehydration, neuromuscular blockade, ototoxicity (ear toxicity), kidney dysfunction, hyperadrenocorticism (high levels of cortisol), and ocular toxicities (eye toxicity).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is not known whether CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

PREGNANCY

Use of CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN in pregnancy is contraindicated, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

Do not apply CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN on the chest if you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.

DRIVING

CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

LIVER

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

KIDNEY

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of CLOBETASOL+GENTAMICIN in patients with kidney impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.