Dermovate Cream
Fastest delivery:
Order by 03:00pm
-
Free delivery over £50
Fast, tracked delivery from £2.95. Arrives as quickly as the next working day in discreet packaging.
-
100% UK-based pharmacy
Our team of doctors and prescribers, and our support staff, are all UK-based.
-
Free support and advice
We're on hand to offer free support and advice by email and telephone (Mon - Fri 08:30 - 17:00).
-
We’re rated 4.9 out of 5
based on over 17,000 reviews collected on Google and Reviews.io.
Description
What is Dermovate?
Dermovate cream is a potent corticosteroid that reduces skin inflammation, redness, and itching caused by severe skin conditions. It helps control flare-ups by suppressing the body's inflammatory response in the skin. It is usually prescribed for short-term use to manage symptoms effectively and should not be used continuously without medical advice.
How Does Dermovate Cream Work?
Skin inflammation may occur as a result of an allergic reaction or irritation of the skin. It is caused by the immune system releasing substances that make blood vessels in the skin widen. This makes the irritated area red, swollen, itchy, and painful, as seen in dermatitis or eczema. Dermovate cream is a steroid-based treatment. It works by reducing the inflammation that causes skin irritation. The cream contains the active ingredients clobetasol propionate.
Warnings
The following people should not use the cream:
- Those allergic to clobetasol propionate or any ingredients of the medication.
- Those allergic to other corticosteroids.
- Children under 12 months old.
- Patients with an untreated infected bacterial, fungal or viral infection.
- People with tuberculosis skin lesions.
- Dermovate cream should not be used on the scalp or areas of the skin infected by anything other than eczema or dermatitis.
- Do not use Dermovate cream on broken or infected skin unless it contains antibacterial agents.
- Avoid using it for long periods, on large areas, or on the face unless advised by a doctor.
- It should not be used continuously for more than 7 days in adults or 5 days in children
Directions
Follow instructions or the guidance of your healthcar eprovider when using Dermovate.
- After washing your hands, gently rub a small amount of cream into the skin until it has all disappeared.
- Use one or two times a day.
- Apply Dermovate to the affected areas twice daily.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before use.
- Use this medication with caution on lesions near the eye. Take care to prevent it from getting into the eye.
Ingredients
Clobetasol propionate 0.05%, Cetostearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl monostearate, Arlacel 165, Beeswax substitute 6621, Propylene glycol, Chlorocresol, Sodium citrate, Citric acid monohydrate, and Purified water.
Side Effects
Side effects from using Dermovate cream are rare. Common ones include:
- Burning, crusty skin, dryness, irritation, or redness of the skin
- Headache
- Thinning of skin with easy bruising
- Tingling, prickling feeling of the skin
- Wounds that are slow to heal
- Itchy skin
- Skin color changes and infection
These side effects are more likely with long-term use or application over large areas.
FAQs
1. How often should I use Dermovate cream?
Apply a small amount once or twice daily, as directed by your healthcare professional.
2. Can children use Dermovate?
It is not recommended for children unless advised by a specialist doctor.
3. Is Dermovate suitable for facial use?
It should not be used on the face unless directed by a doctor due to the risk of skin thinning.
4. Can I use Dermovate long-term?
No, it is usually prescribed for short-term use due to the risk of side effects with prolonged use.
5. What should I do if irritation occurs?
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if you experience severe irritation.
