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Drug
Uses
Temovate is a topical corticosteroid used to treat skin
conditions such as a rash.
General
Information
This database does not contain every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your health care provider.
This information is for educational purposes only.
How
Drug Works
This medicine blocks the release of certain chemicals
that cause inflammation.
How
Taken
Before applying this medicine, you should wash and dry
the affected areas. Gently rub this medicine sparingly
onto the affected areas, until it is evenly distributed.
Do not cover or bandage the skin area after applying
the cream or ointment. Follow your doctors directions
with this medicine.
Possible
Side Effects
Side effects with this medicine are minimal. redness,
swelling blistering of the skin
Warnings/Precautions
Do NOT use this medicine for other skin conditions until
you talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Before starting
this medication, notify your doctor if you have: Cataracts
or glaucoma Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) Infections
Tuberculosis Skin conditions that cause thinning of
the skin or easy bruising Avoid contact with your eyes,
mouth or the inside of your nose. If your symptoms Do
NOT improve or get worse, contact your doctor.
Overdose
For emergencies, seek medical attention immediately.
For non emergencies, contact your local or regional
poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
Drug
Interactions
There are no significant interactions with this medicine.
Before starting any new medication, talk to your doctor
or pharmacist about possible drug interactions.
Missed
Dose
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is
time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go
back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat
and moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication
in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Throw away any medication that
is outdated or no longer needed.
Pregnancy/Nursing
There are no well controlled studies with the use of
topical corticosteroids in pregnancy. Talk to your doctor
about using this medicine during pregnancy. It is not
known whether this medicine is excreted in breast milk.
Again it is advised to talk to your doctor before breastfeeding
to discuss any possible risks to you baby.
More
Information
For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist
or health care provider.
Disclaimer
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only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
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any purpose, it should not be construed as containing
specific instructions for any particular patient.
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