

#CLOBETASOL PROPIONATE CREAM SKIN#
If your skin is dry or scaly, the ointment, which is greasier, may be more suitable. How do you apply Dermovate?ĭermovate is available as a cream or an ointment. Put simply, Dermovate’s active ingredient, clobetasol, tells the skin’s cells to stop releasing the chemicals that are causing that itching and swelling. Depending on the severity of the attack, these patches can be localised to just one area, or can be experienced over a large area of the body. In some people, these circumstances can cause skin cells to release chemicals that cause swelling, itchy or painful patches of skin. Lichen planus- a condition characterised by itchy patches of skin which appear shiny and almost violet in colour.ĭifferent skin inflammations flare up for a range of reasons, including autoimmune conditions, allergies, and other external factors such as stress.Lupus erythematosus- an autoimmune skin disorder where the skin develops red patches and is more sensitive to UV light.Psoriasis - a red, itchy rash that has a silver, scaly, appearance.What is Dermovate used for?ĭermovate cream can be used to treat inflammation of the skin, reducing the swelling, redness and itchiness of the skin in certain conditions including: Dermovate is only to be used when other steroid creams have not been effective. Dermovate is stronger than other corticosteroids which is only available on prescription. On this page, you will find the following information:ĭermovate is a cream that contains the active ingredient Clobetasol Propionate, which is a topical corticosteroid (topical means that it is applied direct to affected area, and a corticosteroid reduces inflammation). With Oxford Online Pharmacy it is easier than ever to get your Dermovate prescription online: no waiting times, no hassle.ĭermovate is a strong topical steroid which is effective in the treatment of severe skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. If you suffer from chronic skin flare ups and other corticosteroid creams have not worked, Dermovate could help. Dermovate (Clobetasol Propionate) 0.05% Cream 30g
