canazole-b lotion - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is canazole-b lotion used for?
Beclo C Lotion (Beclometasone + Clotrimazole) is used to treat DERMA. It contains Beclometasone (0.025% w/v) + Clotrimazole (1% w/v), which Beclometasone reduces inflammation by suppressing cytokines and immune response;. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Beclometasone + Clotrimazole
- Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ canazole-b lotion Uses & Benefits
Treatment of inflammatory dermatoses with secondary fungal infections, e.g., eczema with candidiasis.
Off-label uses: Seborrheic dermatitis, Intertrigo
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Beclometasone + Clotrimazole |
| Brand Name | Beclo C Lotion |
| Manufacturer | Lupin Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Corticosteroid + Antifungal |
| Route of Administration | Topical |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30ยฐC); keep tightly closed. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Beclometasone reduces inflammation by suppressing cytokines and immune response; Clotrimazole inhibits fungal ergosterol synthesis, disrupting cell membrane.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take canazole-b lotion
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of canazole-b lotion
โ Common Side Effects
- Burning
- itching
- irritation
- dryness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Skin atrophy
- telangiectasia
- adrenal suppression
- allergic contact dermatitis
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hypertrichosis
- perioral dermatitis
- hypopigmentation
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) | Major | Increased systemic beclometasone exposure |
| CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin) | Major | Decreased beclometasone efficacy |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Possible enhanced anticoagulant effect |
| Insulin | Moderate | May increase blood glucose levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors
- CYP3A4 inducers
โก Moderate Interactions
- Anticoagulants
- Antidiabetic agents
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Topical corticosteroids
- Other antifungals
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No known interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to components, untreated bacterial or viral skin infections, fungal infections not responsive to clotrimazole.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Skin condition, signs of systemic absorption (e.g., adrenal suppression) with prolonged use.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Use with caution; avoid application to breast area.
๐ Overdose Management
Topical overdose unlikely; if ingested, symptomatic treatment.
โฐ Missed Dose
Apply as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose.