Lotrisone
This combination is designed to target fungal skin conditions and is utilized to alleviate associated inflammation.
Strengths: 10g
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Lotriderm; Betamethasone / Clotrimazole Cream
- Therapeutic class
Topical Corticosteroid with Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
Corticosteroid; Imidazole Antifungal
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to components; tuberculosis of the skin; viral skin infections
- Minor side effects
burning; itching; irritation
- Moderate side effects
skin atrophy; striae; hypertrichosis
- Dosage forms
Cream
- Administration route
Cutaneous use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Merck & Co.
- Onset Time
Days to weeks
- Duration
Duration varies
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature. Keep out of reach of children.
- Age restrictions
Use with caution in children.
Precautions and warnings
avoid prolonged use on face; do not use with occlusive dressings; avoid contact with eyes
Serious side effects
systemic absorption — requires immediate medical attention; secondary infection — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This combination is designed to target fungal skin conditions and is utilized to alleviate associated inflammation.
Mechanism of action
Lotrisone combines clotrimazole, an antifungal that inhibits cell membrane synthesis in fungi, with betamethasone, a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation, redness, and itching through vasoconstriction and suppression of immune responses.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Discuss with a physician. Breastfeeding: Apply with caution, keep it away from contact with the infant.
Lotrisone
This combination is designed to target fungal skin conditions and is utilized to alleviate associated inflammation.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Betamethasone, Clotrimazole
- Listed indication(s): Fungal Skin Infection