Clotrimazole/Betamethasone dipropionate cream is a prescription combination medication used to treat common fungal skin infections, including tinea cruris (jock itch), tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), and tinea corporis (ringworm). This dual-action cream pairs an antifungal (clotrimazole) with a potent corticosteroid (betamethasone) to both eliminate fungal pathogens and alleviate associated inflammation.
Clotrimazole works by disrupting fungal cell membranes, helping to stop the growth and spread of infection, while betamethasone reduces redness, swelling, and itching by suppressing inflammatory immune responses in the skin. This makes the cream especially effective for cases where the fungal infection is accompanied by significant irritation or discomfort.
How to Use:
Typical dosage is: apply a thin layer to the affected skin area twice daily (morning and evening), or as directed by your physician
Gently rub in until the cream disappears
Wash hands before and after application (unless treating the hands)
Continue treatment for 1 to 2 weeks or as directed by your provider
Warnings:
Do not use on the face, groin, or underarms unless directed by a healthcare provider
Avoid covering or wrapping the treated area to prevent excessive absorption of steroid
Prolonged use may increase risk of skin thinning or other side effects
Not for use in fungal nail or scalp infections
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