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Alclometasone

Alclometasone Side Effects

Ally Tsai, PharmDDaisy Chau, PharmD
Reviewed by Ally Tsai, PharmD, Daisy Chau, PharmD
Last reviewed on October 7, 2024

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

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  • Itching (2%)
  • Burning (2%)
  • Skin redness (2%)
  • Dry skin (2%)
  • Irritation (2%)
  • Itchy red bumps (2%)

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  • Itching (1%)
  • Burning (1%)
  • Skin redness (1%)

Less Common Side Effects

  • Skin thinning
  • Lighter skin color
  • Acne
  • Inflamed hair follicles
  • Blisters around the mouth
  • Infection
  • Stretch marks
  • Heat rash

Source: DailyMed

The following Alclometasone side effects have also been reported

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

  • Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
  • Burning, itching, crusting, or peeling of treated skin
  • Fragile or thinning skin that bruises easily

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

  • Change in skin color
  • Mild skin irritation, redness, or dryness
  • Small, red, pus-filled bumps on skin around hair follicles
  • Unexpected hair growth at application site
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