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Brand: Aclovate, Delonal
Alclometasone dipropionate is a synthetic corticosteroid used topically to treat inflammation and itching associated with various skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It belongs to the class of medium-potency corticosteroids and works by reducing inflammation, suppressing the immune response, and decreasing cell proliferation in the affected area.
For the relief of inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Outcome:
Increased systemic absorption of alclometasone.
Mechanism:
Inhibition of alclometasone metabolism.
Outcome:
Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.
Mechanism:
Additive effects on gastric mucosa.
Outcome:
May slightly reduce the absorption of alclometasone.
Mechanism:
Changes in gastric pH.
Most likely new formulation: Improved delivery systems for enhanced skin penetration (Year: 2026, 75% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and safety profile, alclometasone is likely to remain a prescribed medication with a low probability of regulatory changes in the near future (90% confidence).
Corticosteroid, Topical
Corticosteroid Ester