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nathan_dunn2026-04-17

I was recently prescribed Clobetasol Propionate 0.05% Ointment for my psoriasis, and I'm a bit nervous about the side effects, as it's a high-potency steroid. I'm wondering if anyone has used this and can share their experiences. Did you find it effective for your skin condition? What did you do to manage any side effects, and how long did it take for you to see improvement?

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joyce_murray4d ago

I think the risk to reward ratio is really high. I'd rather just deal with the itching and go for something a bit less strong.

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peter_moore4d ago

Be careful using it on the face. It made my skin super dry and irritated. But it worked everything else.

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abigail_andrews4d ago

I felt like I had constant burning and discomfort while using this; it might work wonders, but it was almost unbearable at times. I prefer the cream version as I feel it absorbs better into my skin and cause burning.

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kenneth_jordan4d ago

I had a bad reaction to it. Severe itching and redness. I would recommend trying a lower potency steroid first if you can.

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eric_reyes4d ago

I used it for a short period and it worked wonders, but I was really worried about the side effects. I'm glad I only needed it for a couple of weeks.

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jonathan_hamilton4d ago

This stuff is powerful. It cleared up my psoriasis patches in just a couple of days, but I was careful to only use it as directed. I'm tapering off now to avoid long-term side effects.

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justin_robertson4d ago

I used it for a few weeks. It's not a long-term solution, but it can really help in a pinch. Just be mindful of how long you use it.