Topical use of Clioquinol-containing preparations may lead to a marked increase in protein-bound iodine (PBI).
Occasionally burning sensation, itching or skin rash may occur. Treatment should be discontinued if severe irritation or sensitization develops.
Pregnancy: No reports of adverse effects in human pregnancy have been received to date. However, when using this product in pregnancy, the risk-benefit relationship should be carefully considered.
Lactation: It is not known whether Flumetasone Pivalate or Clioquinol passes into breast milk. Caution should be exercised when Flumetanol is administered to a nursing mother.
Prior to the beginning of therapy, the ear-drum should be checked by the physician. If there is a risk that perforation of the ear-drum may occur, this ear drops should not be used. If no improvement occurs within about 1 week, the therapy should be discontinued. It is then advisable to identify the pathogens and to institute an appropriate treatment. This ear drop should not be allowed to come in contact with the conjunctiva.
Children under 2 years of age is contraindicated.
Application to extensive or eroded areas of skin may lead to increased PBI values within 1 week. If signs and symptoms resembling those of thyrotoxicosis occur, the preparation should be withdrawn at once.