A healthcare provider may prescribe Olux
®-E (
clobetasol propionate emollient foam) to adults or children as young as 12 years old who have certain skin conditions. But what is Olux-E foam and how does it work?
This prescription drug is approved for treating several skin problems, including:
This medicine comes as an emollient foam, which is alcohol-free and is less drying than the regular Olux foam. As a type of steroid, Olux-E works to treat these and other skin problems by reducing inflammation and suppressing an overactive immune system. The foam is applied to the affected areas of the skin twice daily.
(Click Olux for a complete overview of what Olux-E is prescribed for. This Web selection also discusses dosing guidelines, potential side effects, and some general safety precautions to be aware of before beginning treatment.)
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