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Clobetasol Foam

Generic Name: Clobetasol Foam (kloe-BAY-tah-sol)
Brand Name: Olux

Clobetasol Foam is used for:

The short-term treatment of burning and itching caused by moderate to severe skin diseases of the scalp. It may also be used for psoriasis.

Clobetasol Foam is a topical corticosteroid. It works by decreasing certain immune responses, which reduces redness and itching of skin.

Do NOT use Clobetasol Foam if:

you are allergic to any ingredient in Clobetasol Foam

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Clobetasol Foam:

Some medical conditions may interact with Clobetasol Foam. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines or other substances
if you have measles, tuberculosis, chickenpox, shingles, or have had a recent vaccination
if you have a skin infection or thinning of the skin (atrophy)

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Clobetasol Foam. However, no specific interactions with Clobetasol Foam are known at this time.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Clobetasol Foam may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Clobetasol Foam:

Use Clobetasol Foam as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Turn the can upside down and dispense a small amount of Clobetasol Foam into the cap of the can; onto a clean saucer; onto another cool, clean surface; or directly to the affected area. Take care to avoid contact with the eyes. Dispensing directly onto the hand is not recommended, as the foam will melt immediately upon touching warm skin. Move the hair away from the affected area and gently rub the medicine into the affected scalp area until the foam disappears. Repeat until entire affected scalp area is treated. Clobetasol Foam should not be used on the face, groin, or armpits. Wash your hands after applying Clobetasol Foam. Do not bandage or wrap the affected area unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Clobetasol Foam, apply it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Clobetasol Foam.

Important safety information:

Do not smoke or get close to fire or flame during and immediately following the use of Clobetasol Foam.
Do not use Clobetasol Foam for other skin conditions at a later time.
Clobetasol Foam is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. If contact does occur, rinse your eyes well with cold water. If stinging continues, contact your doctor at once.
Clobetasol Foam is not recommended for use in CHILDREN younger than 12 years of age. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING: If you are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Clobetasol Foam during pregnancy. It is unknown if Clobetasol Foam is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Clobetasol Foam, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Clobetasol Foam:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Burning; inflammation of the hair follicle; irritation; itching; stinging.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); redness; swelling.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Clobetasol Foam may be harmful if swallowed.

Proper storage of Clobetasol Foam:

Store Clobetasol Foam at room temperature between 68 to 77 degrees F (20 to 25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Do not use near an open flame. Keep away from heat and light. Keep Clobetasol Foam out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

If you have any questions about Clobetasol Foam, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Clobetasol Foam is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Clobetasol Foam. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

Issue Date: November 1, 2006

Database Edition 06.4.1.002

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