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Clobetasol: How It Works, How to Take It, and Side Effects

Clobetasol is a topical treatment for certain inflammatory skin conditions.

Lauren Smith, MAAlyssa Billingsley, PharmD
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD
Published on March 6, 2025

Clobetasol is a topical steroid medication. It works by reducing the amount of inflammatory chemicals, slowing down the production of new skin cells, and limiting the immune response. 

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  • Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSJoshua Murdock, PharmD is a pharmacy editor for GoodRx. He earned his Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Butler University in Indianapolis, Indiana and is licensed in Colorado and Rhode Island.

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