What is Lotriderm?
Lotriderm (clotrimazole/betamethasone dipropionate) is a cream used to treat certain fungal skin infections that also cause inflammation and itching. It is specifically for:
- Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis): a fungal infection that usually starts between the toes
- Jock itch (tinea cruris): a fungal infection in the groin area
- Ringworm (tinea corporis): a fungal infection on the body that creates ring-shaped rashes
The active ingredients in Lotriderm are betamethasone dipropionate, which helps reduce inflammation and itching, and clotrimazole, which fights the fungus causing the infection.
How Does Lotriderm Work?
Lotriderm works by combining two active ingredients: betamethasone dipropionate and clotrimazole.
Clotrimazole targets the fungus causing the skin infection, stopping its growth and spread.
Betamethasone dipropionate helps reduce swelling, redness, and itching by lowering inflammation in the affected area.
This combination helps relieve symptoms and treat the underlying fungal infection, providing comfort and healing for the skin.
Dosage Information and Usage
Dosage Form and Strengths of Lotriderm
Lotriderm works by combining two active ingredients: betamethasone dipropionate and clotrimazole.
Clotrimazole targets the fungus causing the skin infection, stopping its growth and spread.
Betamethasone dipropionate helps reduce swelling, redness, and itching by lowering inflammation in the affected area.
This combination helps relieve symptoms and treat the underlying fungal infection, providing both comfort and healing for the skin.
Usage
To use Lotriderm, apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected skin and surrounding areas twice daily, once in the morning and once at night.
The duration of treatment varies:
- for athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), the cream should be used for four weeks;
- for jock itch (tinea cruris) and ringworm (tinea corporis), use for two weeks. If there is no improvement in symptoms after one week for tinea cruris and tinea corporis, or after two weeks for tinea pedis, the diagnosis should be re-evaluated.
Lotriderm should not be used for more than four weeks, and it is not recommended for children under 12.
Avoid using occlusive dressings with this medication, as they can increase the cream’s absorption and potential side effects.
Storage Information
Store Lotriderm cream at room temperature, between 15°C and 30°C (59°F and 86°F).
Keep it in a place where children cannot see or reach it to prevent accidental use.
Side Effects
Common Side Effects
- Burning or itching sensation
- Irritation or dryness of the skin
- Redness or swelling
- Blistering or stinging
- Acne outbreaks
- Patches of lighter skin tone (hypopigmentation)
- Rash or hives (urticaria)
- General skin irritation, including erythema (redness) and pruritis (itching)
- Peeling of the skin
- Tingling or a “pins and needles” sensation (paresthesia), reported in about 1.85% of patients
- Folliculitis (inflammation of hair follicles)
- Hypertrichosis (abnormal hair growth)
- Acneiform eruptions (acne-like eruptions)
- Allergic contact dermatitis
- Perioral dermatitis (rash around the mouth)
- Miliaria (heat rash)
Serious but Rare Side Effects
- New skin infection, including secondary infection at the treatment site
- Thinning of the skin (skin atrophy)
- Swelling of hair follicles
- Excessive hair growth (hypertrichosis)
- Stretch marks (striae)
- Skin redness around the mouth (perioral dermatitis)
- Blurred vision, which may indicate serious conditions such as cataracts or glaucoma
- Maculopapular rash (flat and raised red spots)
- Edema (swelling due to fluid accumulation), reported in 0.37% of patients
Warnings and Precautions
- Inform Future Physicians: Patients should let future doctors know if they have used corticosteroids before, as this can affect treatment options.
- Avoid Occlusive Dressings: Do not use bandages or wraps over the cream, as this can increase the amount of medicine absorbed into the body, which may lead to side effects.
- Discontinue if Irritation Occurs: Stop using Lotriderm if you experience irritation or an allergic reaction, and consult a doctor for alternative treatments.
- Risk of Hormonal Imbalance: The absorption of corticosteroids from the cream can affect the body’s hormone balance, potentially causing reversible issues like Cushing’s syndrome (a condition with symptoms like weight gain and high blood sugar), increased blood sugar, or glucose in urine.
- Avoid Prolonged Use: Extended use or application over large areas can increase the risk of these hormonal side effects. If symptoms occur, reduce usage or switch to a milder corticosteroid.
- Eye Precautions: Do not use Lotriderm near or in the eyes, as it is not formulated for eye use. If you experience blurred vision or other eye issues, consult an eye specialist, as these symptoms could indicate conditions like cataracts or glaucoma.
- Skin Precautions: Prolonged use can cause skin thinning, stretch marks, or worsening of conditions like stasis dermatitis (skin inflammation due to poor circulation). Discontinue use if these symptoms appear.
- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Use during pregnancy only if necessary, as the effects on the unborn child are not well-studied. Avoid extensive use in pregnant women. It is unknown if the cream’s ingredients pass into breast milk, so nursing mothers should use caution.
- Use in Children: The safety of Lotriderm in children under 12 is not established. It should not be used for diaper rash. Children are more susceptible to side effects like hormone imbalance or increased pressure in the brain, which can affect growth and development. Use the minimum amount necessary and for the shortest time possible.
Overuse of Lotriderm
Overuse of Lotriderm, which contains betamethasone dipropionate and clotrimazole, can lead to serious side effects.
Excessive or prolonged use of the corticosteroid component, betamethasone dipropionate, can suppress the body’s natural hormone production, leading to conditions like secondary adrenal insufficiency and symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome, such as weight gain and high blood sugar.
Over-usage of clotrimazole is unlikely to occur with topical use, as studies show minimal absorption into the bloodstream.
If over-usage is suspected, treatment focuses on managing symptoms, such as addressing any electrolyte imbalances and slowly reducing the use of corticosteroids.
Drug Interactions With Other Medications
Lotriderm cream’s interactions with other drugs, herbal products, and lab tests are not well-established.
There is no specific info on how Lotriderm may interact with other meds, so it’s important to inform your doctor about all your medications.
The effects of Lotriderm on lab test results are not well-documented either, so make sure to tell the doctor about using this cream before any tests.
Alternative Medications
If Lotriderm is not suitable for you, several other medications can be used to treat fungal skin infections.
Here are some alternatives:
- Ketoconazole topical
- Clotrimazole topical
- Fluconazole
- Terbinafine
- Lotrisone
- Lamisil
- Miconazole topical
- Econazole topical
- Naftin
Cost & Coupons
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| Strength | Quantity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 0.05%/1% | 15 g | $49.00 |
| 0.05%/1% | 30 g | $90.00 |
| 0.05%/1% | 45 g | $120.00 |
| 0.05%/1% | 50 g | $119.00 |
| 0.05%/1% | 100 g | $230.00 |
| 0.05%/1% | 150 g | $330.00 |
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