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Clobetasol

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
Updated on March 6, 2025
Featuring Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSReviewed by Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD | March 4, 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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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Alyssa Billingsley, PharmD, is the director of pharmacy content for GoodRx. She has over a decade of experience as a pharmacist and has worked in clinical, academic, and administrative roles.

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