Lotrisone

Pronounced: LOE-trih-sone
Generic ingredients: Clotrimazole, Betamethasone dipropionate

Why is Lotrisone prescribed?

Lotrisone cream and lotion contain a combination of a steroid (betamethasone) and an antifungal drug (clotrimazole). Lotrisone is used to treat skin infections caused by fungus, such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm of the body.

Betamethasone treats symptoms (such as itching, redness, swelling, and inflammation) that result from fungus infections, while clotrimazole treats the cause of the infection by inhibiting the growth of certain yeast and fungus organisms. If the infection is not inflamed, your doctor may prescribe a different medication.

Most important fact about Lotrisone

When you use Lotrisone, you inevitably absorb some of the medication through your skin and into the bloodstream. Too much absorption can lead to unwanted side effects elsewhere in the body. To keep this problem to a minimum, avoid using large amounts of Lotrisone cream or lotion over wide areas, and do not cover it with airtight dressings such as plastic wrap or adhesive bandage unless specifically told to by your doctor. If widespread application is unavoidable, your doctor may order periodic tests to make sure your body is not absorbing too much of this medication.

How should you use Lotrisone?

Wash your hands before and after applying Lotrisone. If you are using Lotrisone lotion, shake it well before using. Lotrisone is for use only on the skin. Be careful to keep it out of the eyes, mouth, and vaginal area. Gently massage it into the affected area and surrounding skin twice a day, in the morning and evening.

Use Lotrisone for the full time prescribed, even if your condition has improved.

Lotrisone should be applied sparingly to the groin area, and it should not be used for longer than 2 weeks. Wear loose-fitting clothing.

--If you miss a dose...

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.