Dermastin (0.5 mg+5 mg+1 Lac IU)/gm (Cream)

15 gm tube: ৳ 60.00

Medicine Details

Title

Dermastin

Categories

  • Skin Care
  • Dermatology
  • Medical Supplies

Description

Dermastin is indicated for the treatment of recalcitrant eczemas, neurodermatoses, psoriasis, and other inflammatory conditions. It contains Clobetasol Propionate, Neomycin Sulphate, and Nystatin and is used sparingly once or twice daily until improvement occurs. The medication has contraindications in rosacea, acne vulgaris, and perioral dermatitis. Prolonged use of large amounts can result in systemic absorption and side effects.

Indications

  • Short courses treatment of recalcitrant eczemas
  • Treatment of neurodermatoses
  • Treatment of psoriasis with secondary bacterial or fungal infection
  • Treatment of other inflammatory conditions resistant to milder steroids

Pharmacology

  • Clobetasol Propionate as a potent corticosteroid
  • Neomycin Sulphate as an antibiotic of the aminoglycoside type
  • Nystatin as an antifungal agent
  • Anti-inflammatory activity of Clobetasol Propionate
  • Mechanism of action for Neomycin and Nystatin

Dosage & Administration

  • Adults: Apply sparingly once or twice daily
  • Elderly: Suitable for use with caution
  • Children: Suitable for children 2 years and over

Interaction

Intensification of respiratory depressant effects with neuromuscular blocking agents

Contraindications

  • Rosacea
  • Acne vulgaris
  • Perioral dermatitis
  • Primary cutaneous viral infection
  • Hypersensitivity to the preparation

Side Effects

  • Systemic absorption with prolonged use
  • Local atrophic changes in the skin
  • Pigmentation changes
  • Hypertrichosis

Pregnancy & Lactation

Not recommended during pregnancy and lactation

Precautions & Warnings

  • Avoid long-term continuous topical therapy
  • Care needed when applying to eyelids
  • Avoid entering the eye

Overdose Effects

Acute overdosage is very unlikely to occur

Therapeutic Class

Clobetasol / Clobetasone & Combined Preparations

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C temperature, do not freeze

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