Manufacturer: Cipla Ltd
Salt Composition : Beclometasone(0.025% w/v), Clotrimazole(1% w/v)
Tube of 5gm Cream
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Clocip-B Cream is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.
Clotrimazole exerts its action primarily by damaging the permeability barrier in the fungal cytoplasmic membrane.Clotrimazole thereby inhibits the biosynthesis of ergosterol in a concentration-dependent manner by inhibiting the demethylation of 14 alpha lanosterol.
Beclomethasone dipropionate works by attenuating the inflammatory responses associated with asthma, allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps, and corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. It suppresses the actions of inflammatory cells, such as mast cells, eosinophils, basophils, lymphocytes, macrophages, and neutrophils
After vaginal treatment with clotrimazole, the small fraction absorbed into the systemic circulation--between 3% and 10% of the dose--is subjected to metabolism and excretion as after oral or intravenous administration. The vaginal availability of clotrimazole is largely dependent on the formulation applied
Betamethasone phosphate disappeared rapidly from plasma (mean half-life = 4.7 min) as betamethasone levels rose. Betamethasone plasma levels reached a peak 10-36 min after administration of the phosphate before declining in a biexponential manner. The terminal slow disposition phase had a mean half-life of 6.5 h.
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Burning sensation
Dry skin
Onychomycosis. Topical clotrimazole is not effective for onychomycosis. ...
Pregnancy. ...
Breast-feeding. ...
Contraceptive Devices, Menstruation. ...
Azole Antifungals Hypersensitivity. ...
Ocular Exposure, Ophthalmic Administration. ..
active tuberculosis.
inactive tuberculosis.
herpes simplex infection of the eye.
a nasal fungal infection due to Candida.
an infection due to a parasite.
decreased function of the adrenal gland.
increased pressure in the eye.
wide-angle glaucoma.
Clocip-B Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Clocip-B Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Topical clotrimazole is used to treat tinea corporis (ringworm; fungal skin infection that causes a red scaly rash on different parts of the body), tinea cruris (jock itch; fungal infection of the skin in the groin or buttocks), and tinea pedis (athlete's foot; fungal infection of the skin on the feet
Therapeutic action. – Anti-inflammatory drug (corticosteroid)
Indications. – Long term treatment of persistent asthma.
Forms and strengths. – Pressurized inhalation solution of beclomatesone dipropionate, delivering 50, 100 and 250 micrograms per inhalation.
Clotrimazole topical has no listed severe interactions with any other drugs.
Clotrimazole topical has no listed serious interactions with any other drugs.
Clotrimazole topical has no listed moderate interactions with any other drugs.
Clotrimazole topical has no listed minor interactions with any other drugs.
hepatic impairment.
hyperadrenocorticism.
infections.
ocular herpes simplex.
ocular toxicities.
osteoporosis
Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Clocip-B Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Clocip-B Cream for the treatment of fungal skin infections.
It is for use on skin only. Do not use it in your eyes, mouth, or vagina. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated and infected, you should stop using Clocip-B Cream and consult your doctor.
Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Q. What are the recommended storage conditions for Clocip-B Cream?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Q. What is Clocip-B Cream?
Clocip-B Cream is a combination of two medicines: Beclometasone and Clotrimazole. This combination is used to treat skin infections. Clotrimazole is an antifungal drug that works by inhibiting the growth of fungi that cause skin infection. Beclometasone is a steroid medicine and it decreases swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the area of skin infection.
Q. Is it safe to use Clocip-B Cream?
Yes, Clocip-B Cream is safe when used according to the doctor’s advice and for a limited duration of time (1-2 weeks). However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like transient burning, itching and irritation at the application site. It may also cause other uncommon or rare side effects. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any persistent problem while using this medicine.
Q. Can I stop taking Clocip-B Cream when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Clocip-B Cream without completing the full course of treatment. Your symptoms may improve and you may start feeling better before the infection is completely cured but you should complete your advised duration.
