Clonate® Ointment for Psoriasis and Eczema

Clonate Ointment is a prescription topical steroid for short-term relief of inflammatory skin conditions. This page explains what it treats, how to use it safely, and how you can access US delivery from Canada, even without insurance.

What Clonate Is and How It Works

Clonate® Ointment contains clobetasol propionate, a super-potent corticosteroid that reduces redness, swelling, and itch by calming local immune activity in the skin. It is intended for brief courses on stubborn plaques and patches that do not respond to lower-strength steroids. The ointment base helps seal moisture, which can improve penetration on thick or very dry areas.

Border Free Health connects U.S. patients with licensed Canadian partner pharmacies; prescriptions are verified with prescribers before dispensing.

This treatment is used for plaque psoriasis, chronic eczema, and other corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses diagnosed by a clinician. It is not designed for routine daily maintenance. Use the lowest effective amount for the shortest time needed, following your prescriber’s guidance and the official label.

Note: Do not apply to the face, groin, or armpits unless a clinician specifically directs it. Avoid broken skin and avoid use under occlusive dressings unless told to do so.

Who It’s For

Adults with corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions such as plaque psoriasis, lichen planus, lichen simplex chronicus, and chronic atopic dermatitis may be candidates. People who need a stronger option after trying medium- to high-potency steroids sometimes need a short burst of this medicine to calm a flare.

Children are more susceptible to systemic absorption and adrenal suppression. Many labels advise avoiding super-potent steroids in pediatric patients unless a specialist recommends and supervises use. People with skin infections should address the infection first. Those with rosacea, acne, or perioral dermatitis should not apply super-potent steroids to affected areas. One mention: clobetasol Clonate ointment is reserved for short courses only.

Dosage and Usage

Use a thin film applied to the affected area once or twice daily, as directed. Apply only to intact skin, and wash hands after. A fingertip unit (from fingertip to first crease) is a helpful guide for covering small areas. Do not cover with bandages or plastic unless your prescriber advises it.

Typical labeling advises limiting continuous use to the shortest period practical. Many adults use it for a few days to two weeks on localized plaques, then step down to a weaker steroid or a non-steroid option for maintenance. If no improvement occurs, contact your prescriber instead of increasing frequency or amount on your own.

Do not apply in or near the eyes, and avoid lips and mucous membranes. If irritation worsens, stop using it and seek clinical advice. One-time courses should not exceed the total weekly amounts suggested on your product’s label.

Strengths and Forms

This treatment is available as an ointment in multiple tube sizes. Availability can vary by pharmacy and country of origin.

• Common tube sizes: 20 g and 30 g
• Super-potent topical steroid class, ointment base
• Your prescriber selects the base and size to match the site and severity

Example listing: Clonate Ointment 0.05% 30g. Actual availability may vary; check current listings on the product page.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you forget a dose, apply it when you remember. If it is close to the next application, skip the missed dose and return to your normal schedule. Do not double up or apply extra to “catch up.” Keeping a simple routine and using reminders can help avoid overuse.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store the tube at room temperature away from heat and direct light, with the cap tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Do not freeze. For travel, keep it in the original box with the pharmacy label. A copy of your prescription or clinic note can be helpful at security checkpoints. Pack it in your carry-on when flying.

When traveling, avoid leaving the tube in a hot car or near windows. If you carry Clonate Ointment 30g, place it in a small pouch to protect the carton and leaflet. Dispose of any outdated or damaged tubes according to local guidance.

Benefits

As a super-potent corticosteroid, this medicine can quiet intense inflammation on thick or scaly plaques. The ointment base holds moisture, which can soothe cracks and reduce friction. Short courses may reduce the need for systemic therapy during flares, while allowing a step-down to milder treatments once the skin settles.

Because only thin films are needed, one tube can often support several short cycles on small areas. Using precise amounts and limited duration supports safety while you work with your prescriber on a long-term plan.

Side Effects and Safety

• Common effects: burning, stinging, itching
• Skin changes: dryness, thinning, stretch marks, visible small vessels
• Folliculitis or acne-like bumps in treated areas
• Irritation around mouth or nose if applied too close

Serious risks are uncommon with careful, short-term use but can include adrenal suppression, Cushing’s-like features, high blood sugar, and infection masking. Risk rises with larger areas, prolonged use, use under occlusion, or pediatric use. Stop using and seek care for vision changes, severe skin thinning, signs of infection, or lack of improvement.

Avoid face, groin, and armpits unless specifically directed. Do not apply to diapered areas in infants. Keep away from eyes. Report any long-term steroid use to every clinician you see.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Topical corticosteroids have few classic drug–drug interactions when used on intact skin. However, combining with other steroids can increase cumulative exposure. Use caution if you also take systemic steroids or strong CYP3A inducers or inhibitors, and discuss with your prescriber.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: use only if potential benefit justifies potential risk. If nursing, avoid applying to the nipple and areola. People with chronic infections, poor circulation, or thin skin should use extra care, follow label directions closely, and check in with a clinician if irritation occurs.

What to Expect Over Time

Many people notice reduced itch and redness after consistent application as directed. Thick plaques may need several days of steady use before softening. The goal is control, then transition to a lower-potency option or a non-steroidal agent for maintenance. Expect flares to come and go; having a clear plan with your prescriber helps reduce repeated long courses.

If a flare does not respond, the diagnosis may need review, or a different vehicle or class may be appropriate. Keep a photo log of affected areas to track change and support thoughtful step-down or alternative choices.

Compare With Alternatives

For steroid-sparing therapy on sensitive sites, many prescribers consider a calcineurin inhibitor such as Protopic® (tacrolimus) for maintenance on thin skin. For plaque psoriasis, a non-steroidal PDE4 inhibitor such as Zoryve® (roflumilast) may be an option when long-term steroid use is not desired. Discuss suitability and sequencing with your clinician.

Pricing and Access

You can review Canadian pricing with US fulfilment options on our product page. We list current availability by tube size and pharmacy partner. If you are looking for the best Clonate Ointment price, compare sizes and consider multi-month planning with your prescriber to reduce per-fill fees. Many patients also look to buy Clonate Ointment online to streamline refills and reduce trips to the store.

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Availability and Substitutions

Stock can vary by tube size and partner pharmacy. If a size is unavailable, your prescriber may recommend an alternative strength, a different vehicle, or a steroid-sparing option to bridge your care. We can coordinate with your prescriber if a substitution is needed.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

Good candidates can follow short-course directions and use precise amounts on localized plaques. Those who need frequent long courses should ask about non-steroidal maintenance plans. People with fragile skin, uncontrolled diabetes, or significant infection risk should use this class carefully and under close supervision.

• Plan refills: coordinate ahead of flares
• Consider 30 g tubes: fewer trips to refill
• Use the fingertip unit: prevent waste
• Step down sooner: switch to gentler options for maintenance
• Set reminders: avoid missed or doubled applications

Self-pay patients sometimes look for “Clonate Ointment self pay” options to compare costs. Talk with your prescriber about filling a multi-month plan when appropriate to reduce per-order fees.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Which areas are appropriate for this super-potent steroid?
• How long should I use it before stepping down?
• What signs mean I should stop and contact you?
• Could a non-steroidal option help prevent future flares?
• How much should I apply to hands, elbows, or knees?
• Should I avoid occlusion or use it briefly for thick plaques?

Authoritative Sources

For full safety details, see official labeling and regulatory references:

• FDA Prescribing Information
• DailyMed: Clobetasol Ointment
• Health Canada Drug Product Database

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Learn more about steroid risks and skin care planning in these resources:

• Education: Clobetasol Side Effects
• Condition context: Dyshidrotic Eczema
• Community awareness: Psoriasis Awareness

Storage and Travel Basics

Explore related conditions and categories to compare options and learn more: Dermatology, Eczema, Psoriasis.

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