Olux
Olux (clobetasol propionate) Foam, 0.05% is a super-high potency topical corticosteroid. It works by reducing swelling, itching, and redness associated with severe skin conditions. Due to its high potency, use is typically restricted to short durations.
Dosage by Body Weight
Apply a thin layer to the affected skin/scalp areas twice daily (morning and night) and massage gently. Do not use more than 50 grams per week, and do not use for longer than 2 consecutive weeks unless advised by a doctor. Avoid contact with eyes and face.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and effectiveness of super-high potency topical corticosteroids have not been established in pediatric patients.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Avoid use. Pediatric patients are at a higher risk of systemic toxicity and HPA axis suppression.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Avoid use. High surface area to body weight ratio increases the risk of systemic absorption.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and effectiveness of super-high potency topical corticosteroids have not been established in pediatric patients. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Avoid use. Pediatric patients are at a higher risk of systemic toxicity and HPA axis suppression. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Avoid use. High surface area to body weight ratio increases the risk of systemic absorption. |
| 11-15 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Not recommended for children under 12 years of age. |
| 16-20 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Not recommended for children under 12 years of age. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses of the scalp and moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
Generic Name
Clobetasol propionateScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.