Drug details

Cloderm (clocortolone)

type of Corticosteroids, Topical

Cloderm Cream, 0.1% (clocortolone pivalate) is a topical (for the skin) corticosteroid used to treat the inflammation and itching caused by a number of skin conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.

The drug is often used to treat Psoriasis .

This drug may have the following side effects:

• hives,
• difficulty breathing,
• swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat,
• nausea,
• diarrhea,
• tiredness,
• weight gain,
• dry mouth,
• worsening of your skin condition,
• redness, warmth, swelling, oozing, or severe irritation of any treated skin,
• increased thirst,
• increased urination,
• fruity breath odor,
• slow wound healing,
• thinning or discolored skin,
• increased body hair,
• muscle weakness,
• mood changes,
• menstrual changes, and
• sexual changes

The following drugs are related to Cloderm, either as a replacement or used together:

• Tovet (clobetasol propionate foam)