Chemical Properties
White or almost white powder.
Uses
Clobetasone butyrate is a synthetic glucocorticoid which is used as an anti-inflammatory in the treatment of various skin disorders. As a steroid medicine, it can used on the skin to treat swelling, itching and irritation. Such as eczema, including ;contact dermatitis; psoriasis; insect bites and stings; nappy rash.
Definition
ChEBI: Clobetasone butyrate is an organic molecular entity.
Mechanism of action
Topical corticosteroids (Clobetasone butyrate) inhibit the migration of macrophages and leukocytes into areas of inflamed skin by reversing vascular dilation and permeability, resulting in decreased erythema, edema and pruritus.
Side effects
Some people get a burning or stinging feeling for a few minutes when they put clobetasone cream or ointment on their skin. Clobetasone cream contains cetostearyl alcohol and chlorocresol, which may cause local skin reactions or allergic reactions.
