Alclometasone Topical Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 20, 2025.

Applies to alclometasone topical: topical cream, topical ointment.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking alclometasone topical: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Topical steroid medicine can be absorbed through the skin, which may cause steroid side effects throughout the body. Stop using alclometasone topical and call your doctor if you have:

• blurred vision, or seeing halos around lights;

• uneven heartbeats;

• sleep problems (insomnia);

• weight gain, puffiness in your face; or

• tired feeling.

Common side effects may include:

• redness, burning, or itching of treated skin;

• skin dryness or irritation;

• acne, skin rash;

• lightened color of treated skin; or

• folliculitis (redness or crusting around your hair follicles).

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to alclometasone topical: topical cream, topical ointment.

General adverse events

The most commonly reported side effects were itching, burning, erythema, dryness, irritation, and papular rashes.^[Ref]

Endocrine

• Frequency not reported: Cushings syndrome^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Papular rash
• Frequency not reported: Folliculitis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, striae, miliaria, secondary infection, hypertrichosis, skin maceration, skin atrophy^[Ref]

Local

• Common (1% to 10%): Itching, burning, erythema, dryness, irritation
• Rare (less than 0.1%): Stinging^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Frequency not reported: Hyperglycemia^[Ref]

Renal

• Frequency not reported: Glucosuria^[Ref]

See also:

Further information

Alclometasone topical side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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