Generic name:betamethasone and clotrimazole topical [ BAY-ta-METH-a-sone-and-kloe-TRIM-a-zole-TOP-ik-al ]
Drug class:Topical steroids with anti-infectives
What is Lotrisone?
Lotrisone cream contains a combination of betamethasone and clotrimazol. Betamethasone is highly potent steroid that reduces itching, swelling, and redness of the skin.
Clotrimazole is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.
Lotrisone cream a prescription medication used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm.
Lotrisone cream should not be used in children under 17 years of age.
Warnings
Do not use Lotrisone cream on a child younger than 17 years old. Children are more likely to absorb the steroid through the skin.
Never use Lotrisone cream to treat diaper rash.
Do not cover treated skin areas with a bandage or tight clothing, unless your doctor has told you to.
It may take up to 1 or 2 weeks of using Lotrisone before your symptoms improve. For best results, keep using the medication as directed. Talk with your doctor if your groin symptoms do not improve after 1 week, or if your foot symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of treatment
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 may not be able to use Lotrisone if you are allergic to betamethasone or clotrimazole, or if you have ever had an allergic re...
