Clobetasol topical and Scarring: What Users Say

• Anonymous
• March 19, 2009

Clobetasol topical for Psoriasis "I have had moderate and sometimes severe plaque and guttate psoriasis for 16 years, using clobetasol (Clobex) for 14. Clobex is the only thing that can eliminate my psoriasis almost completely. It is a very effective drug, but I feel I really should warn people of the devastating effects that can occur if the drug is applied continuously. When using Clobex or any other strong topical corticosteroid, you are supposed to use it for no more than 2 weeks, then take a break. I believe it should be between 2 and 3 weeks. I made the mistake of not doing that. I used it continuously because I wanted to be clear. Now, my skin is paper-thin. Nearly every vein is visible, and I break blood vessels constantly, and I have stretch marks everywhere."

• Dou...
• December 1, 2015

For Psoriasis "So, like many people here, I have had good results, but there are a few things to point out. This is a very potent steroid and needs to be used for short periods of time. It's meant to knock down a flare-up but is not a good long-term choice. It will thin the skin and cause stretch marks. I know from experience. Also, the more you use it, the less effective it becomes, and overuse can cause Cushing's disease. So, long story short, it works, but be careful."

• Woo...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• April 4, 2017

Clobetasol topical for Psoriasis "It's a foam, which I like, and it dries fast and clean. It's a pretty strong steroid, so it does work, but obviously, you can't stay on it forever. Within a week or two of using it, it will clear up your patches, but again, as soon as you stop using it, they will come back. I've got pretty good insurance, and it still cost me around $100 for a bottle. I recommend it for the really bad tricky spots, but don't use it for too long, as it will scar your skin."