Dermatology · Very potent topical corticosteroid
Clobetasol Propionate 0.05%
Dose
Apply thinly OD–BD for up to 4 weeks; ≤50 g per week.
Contraindications
- • Untreated cutaneous bacterial or fungal infection
- • Face (except specialist use)
Use
Severe plaque psoriasis, lichen sclerosus, discoid lupus, resistant eczema.
Monitoring
Skin atrophy, striae, adrenal suppression with large areas.
Side effects
- • Skin atrophy, telangiectasia
- • Perioral dermatitis
- • Tachyphylaxis
- • Rebound psoriasis on withdrawal
Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.
