the medication Clobetasol topical Side Effects Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings Breastfeeding Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Compare Alternatives Pricing & Coupons For the Consumer Applies to clobetasol topical: topical application cream, topical application emollient cream, topical application foam, topical application gel/jelly, topical application lotion, topical application ointment, topical application shampoo, topical application solution, topical application spray Along with its needed effects, clobetasol topical may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking clobetasol topical: More common Burning or stinging at the application site Less common Burning sensation of the skin dry skin flushing or redness of the skin itching, scaling, severe redness, soreness, or swelling of the skin skin irritation skin rash, encrusted, scaly and oozing thinning of the skin with easy bruising, especially when used on the face or where the skin folds together (eg, between the fingers) Incidence not known Burning, itching, and pain in hairy areas, or pus at the root of the hair hair loss redness and scaling around the mouth thinning of the hair thinning, weakness, or wasting away of the skin Some side effects of clobetasol topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: More common Cough sore throat Less common Body aches or pain changes in skin coloring congestion or cough dryness or soreness of the throat headache raised, dark red, wart-like spots on the skin, especially when used on the face skin discomfort stuffy or runny nose tender, swollen glands in the neck trouble swallowing unusual tiredness or weakness voice changes Incidence not known Acne or pimples burning and itching of the skin with pinhead-sized red blisters increased hair growth on the forehead, back, arms, and legs lightening of normal skin color lightening of treated areas of dark skin reddish purple lines on the arms, face, legs, trunk, or groin softening of the skin For Healthcare Professionals Applies to clobetasol topical: compounding powder, topical cream, topical foam, topical gel, topical kit, topical lotion, topical ointment, topical shampoo, topical solution, topical spray General The most common side effect reported was skin discomfort. [ Ref ] Endocrine Postmarketing reports: Cushing's syndrome, adrenal suppression [ Ref ] Dermatologic Common (1% to 10%): Skin discomfort, acne/folliculitis, telangiectasia, skin atrophy, dry skin Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Local signs of irritation, pruritus, urticaria Frequency not reported: Stria, purpura, contact dermatitis, pigmentation changes, pustular eruptions, hypertrichosis, irritant dermatitis Postmarketing reports: Erythema, alopecia, pain of skin, skin exfoliation, chapped skin, scaling, induration/papulation, lichenification, psoriasis (aggravation) plaque elevation, excoriation, rash, hair color changes, skin tightness [ Ref ] Local Frequency not reported: Itching [ Ref ] Ocular Common (1% to 10%): Eye stinging/burning Postmarketing reports: Eye pain, blurred vision, eye irritation [ Ref ] Other Frequency not reported: Edema [ Ref ] Gastrointestinal Postmarketing reports: Nausea [ Ref ] Metabolic Frequency not reported: Hyperglycemia, glucosuria [ Ref ] Nervous system Common (1% to 10%): Headache Postmarketing reports: Dizziness [ Ref ] References 1. "Product Information. Temovate (clobetasol)." Glaxo Wellcome, Research Triangle Park, NC. 2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information." O 0 3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0 Some side effects of clobetasol topical may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA . 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