Who can and cannot use clobetasol

Most adults and children aged 1 year and over can use clobetasol cream, ointment and scalp treatment.

Do not use clobetasol shampoo on children under the age of 2 years.

Clobetasol may not be suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell a pharmacist or doctor before using it if you:

• have ever had an allergic reaction to clobetasol or any other medicine, or to cetostearyl alcohol or chlorocresol (ingredients in clobetasol cream)
• have a skin infection, broken skin, cuts or itchy skin which is not inflamed or red – if you have a skin infection, using clobetasol can make it worse or cause it to spread
• have acne or rosacea
• have skin problems on your face (clobetasol can only be used on the face if a doctor prescribes it, for a maximum of 5 days)