Tenovate Cream (clobetasol 0.05%)

Tenovate Cream 30 gm belongs to a class of topical corticosteroid medications. It is used for the treatment of autoimmune skin disorders such as psoriasis (scaly, itchy, and red patches on the skin), lichen planus (purplish, itchy, and flat bumps on the wrists, forearms, or legs), discoid lupus erythematosus (red, coin-shaped scales or crusts on the scalp, cheeks, and ears), and eczema (red and itchy skin). Autoimmune skin disorders are conditions in which immune cells attack the body’s healthy cells, causing inflammation. Tenovate Cream 30 gm can suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation.

Tenovate Cream 30 gm comprises Clobetasol, an active corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory properties on the skin. It reduces swelling, redness, and itching by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation. Thus, Tenovate Cream 30 gm aids in treating skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, lichen planus, and discoid lupus erythematosus.

Always use the right amount of Tenovate Cream 30 gm as advised by the doctor or pharmacist. It would be best to use Tenovate Cream 30 gm regularly to get the maximum benefit. When Tenovate Cream 30 gm is applied to the skin, some persons experience a burning or stinging sensation for a few minutes. After a few days of use, this will no longer occur.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Clobetasol or any of the other ingredients present in this medicine. Do not use Tenovate Cream 30 gm to treat acne, rosacea (facial flushing on and around the nose), perioral dermatitis (red or scaly rashes around the mouth), anogenital pruritis (itching around the anus or genitals), itchy, broken, or infected skin which is not inflamed, and widespread plaque psoriasis (except single lesions). While applying, make sure it does not come in contact with the eye. If Tenovate Cream 30 gm accidentally comes in contact with eyes, rinse with warm water thoroughly. Please do not use it on unaffected areas or for other skin infections without informing your doctor. Do not use Tenovate Cream 30 gm in children under 12 years of age without a doctor’s advice.

Autoimmune skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema, lichen planus, and discoid lupus erythematosus

The skin gets inflamed when chemical mediators release chemicals into the skin that cause inflammation. It leads to rashes, swelling, and itching, which can be treated by Tenovate Cream 30 gm. It targets the immune system and lowers the immune response, providing some time for the inflamed skin to heal.

Cream/Ointment: Tenovate Cream 30 gm is only for external use. Take a small amount of Tenovate Cream 30 gm on the fingertip and apply as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact of Tenovate Cream 30 gm with the nose or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly. Wash your hands before and after using Tenovate Cream 30 gm if your hands are not the affected area to prevent the spread of infection.Shampoo: Tenovate Cream 30 gm can be used in place of regular shampoo during bathing or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

• Burning or stinging sensation
• Pain (application site)
• Irritation or itching
• Skin thinning may cause stretch marks
• Blood vessels under the surface of your skin may become more noticeable.