Aclovate
Generic name:alclometasone topical [ AL-kloe-MET-a-sone-TOP-ik-al ]
Drug class:Topical steroids
The Aclovate brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is Aclovate?
Alclometasone is a topical steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.
Aclovate (for the skin) is used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.
Aclovate may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Aclovate if you are allergic to it.
Do not use Aclovate to treat diaper rash.
To make sure Aclovate is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infection.
Steroids can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Aclovate will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using Aclovate.
It is not known whether alclometasone topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Aclovate should not be used on a child younger than 1 year old. Do not use this medicine on any child without a doctor's advice. Children can absorb larger amounts of this medication through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects.
How should I use Aclovate?
Aclovate is usually applied 2 or 3 times per day. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Wash your hands before and after using Aclovate, unless you are using the medicine to treat the skin on your hands.
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