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Medicines clobetasol propionate + neomycin + nystatinQuestion & answer

clobetasol propionate + neomycin + nystatin · Medicine question

Can it be used on the face?

iatroX medicinesMedicine guide reviewed 19 August 2026

The answer

Answer

Only when specifically directed. Facial skin is more vulnerable to thinning, and accidental eye exposure may contribute to cataract or glaucoma.

Sources for this answer

Clobetasol propionate/neomycin sulphate/nystatin 0.5mg/5mg/100,000 IU/g Ointment — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics
Clobetasol propionate/neomycin sulphate/nystatin 0.5 mg/5 mg/100,000 IU/g Cream — Current selected SmPC

emc · Summary of Product Characteristics

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