Alclometasone Dipropionate

Drug #1824

Topical corticosteroid with moderate potency, used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions of the skin other than those arising from an infection. They are not curative and on discontinuation a rebound exacerbation of the condition may occur.

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Primary Characteristics

It belongs to Corticosteroids.

Molecular Weight: 521 · Non-proprietary name: Alclometasone Dipropionate.

Molecular structure of Alclometasone Dipropionate

Pharmacokinetics

Distribution: Alclometasone Dipropionate has a plasma protein binding is 60%.

Indications

Alclometasone Dipropionate is primarily indicated in conditions like Eczema, Inflammation, Itching, Pruritus.

Contraindications

Alclometasone Dipropionate is contraindicated in conditions like Perioral dermatitis, Migraine (refractory cases), Detection of overdosage or underdosage of cholinergic drugs.

Dosage

Alclometasone Dipropionate's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Instructions
Adult Dosage
0 – 0	—	—	Apply a thin film of Aclometasone Dipropionate cream or ointment to the affected skin areas 2 or 3 times daily. Massage gently until the medication disappears.
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
No data.
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
No data.

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Alclometasone Dipropionate in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Telangiectasia.

Alclometasone Dipropionate is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Acne, Burning, Contact dermatitis, Hypertrichosis , Mild depigmentation, Perioral dermatitis, Skin irritation.

Warnings / Precautions

Avoid prolonged use of a topical corticosteroid on the face (and keep away from th eyes). In children avoid prologed use and use potent or very potent corticosteroids under specialist supervision; extreme caution is required in dermatoses of infancy.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Storage Conditions

Alclometasone Dipropionate should be stored Cream, Gel, Spray, Aerosol.

Drug Classification

1.13.3.1 — Corticosteroids plain