Stelone 0.1% (Ointment)
10 gm tube: ৳ 25.16
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Triamcinolone acetonide topical |
| Company | General pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Relief of inflammatory and pruritic manifestations
- Atopic dermatitis
- Contact dermatitis
- Eczematous dermatitis
- Neurodermatitis
- Seborrheic dermatitis
- Insect bites
- Lichen simplex chronicus
- Exfoliative dermatitis
- Stasis dermatitis
- Nummular eczema
- Psoriasis
- Pruritus ani
- Pruritus vulvae
Pharmacology
- Anti-inflammatory action
- Antipruritic action
- Vasoconstrictive action
Dosage & Administration
- Topical application
- Rubbing to affected area
- 1-2 times daily
- Occlusive dressing technique
- Pediatric use limitations
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to components
- Tuberculosis of the skin
- Fungal infections
- Viral diseases of the skin
- Perioral dermatitis
- Rosacea
- Ulcerative conditions
Side Effects
- Burning
- Itching
- Irritation
- Dryness
- Folliculitis
- Hypertrichosis
- Acneiform eruptions
- Hypopigmentation
- Allergic contact dermatitis
- Maceration of the skin
- Secondary infection
- Skin atrophy
- Striae
- Miliaria
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use in pregnancy only if potential benefit outweighs potential risk
- Caution in nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Discontinue if reactions or idiosyncrasies occur
- Caution on infected areas
- Avoid use on healthy skin or large skin areas
- Avoid use in the eye
- Risk of glaucoma and cataract
- Atrophic striae with prolonged use
- Caution in children and infants
Overdose Effects
- Mild, reversible suppression of adrenal function
- Ecchymoses of the skin
- Peptic ulceration
- Hypertension
- Aggravation of infection
- Hirsutism
- Acne
- Edema
- Muscle weakness
Therapeutic Class
- Corticosteroid
- Glucocorticoids
- Triamcinolone
- Combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- Cool & dry place
- Protect from light