Manufacturer: Prayas Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition : Clobetasol
Tube of 15gm Cream
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Bactiderm S Cream is meant for external use and is to be used only as advised by your doctor. Wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with plenty of water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.
Using the medicine may cause skin thinning, burning sensation, irritation, redness, and swelling at the site of application. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. Bactiderm S Cream is not recommended to be used in children. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Clobetasol has been investigated for the prevention of Psoriasis and Cutaneous Atrophy Due to Corticosteroids. Clobetasol is a Corticosteroid. The mechanism of action of clobetasol is as a Corticosteroid Hormone Receptor Agonist.
Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid used to treat corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses and plaque psoriasis. Clobetasol propionate is a prednisolone derivative with higher specificity for glucocorticoid receptors than mineralocorticoid receptors.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Bactiderm S
Skin atrophy
Telangiectasia
Skin irritation
Dry skin
Corticosteroid hypersensitivity. ...
Cushing's syndrome, hepatic disease, hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) suppression, occlusive dressing, skin abrasion. ...
Diabetes mellitus. ...
Children, growth inhibition, increased intracranial pressure, infants, neonates. ...
Bactiderm S Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Bactiderm S Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Clobetasol topical is used to treat the itching, redness, dryness, crusting, scaling, inflammation, and discomfort of various scalp and skin conditions, including psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body) and eczema (a skin disease that causes the skin to be dry and itchy
Clobetasol has no known severe interactions with other drugs.
Clobetasol has no known serious interactions with other drugs.
Clobetasol has no known moderate interactions with other drugs.
Clobetasol has no known mild interactions with other drugs.
Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Bactiderm S Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Bactiderm S Cream is used to treat redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions.
It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Bactiderm S Cream and consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after four weeks of treatment. Do not use it for more than 4 consecutive weeks at a time.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Q. Can Bactiderm S Cream be used for a long time?
No, Bactiderm S Cream should not be used for a long time. The doctor generally prescribes it for 2 consecutive weeks only. However, the treatment can be longer for chronic (long-term) inflammatory conditions. Consult your physician before using this medication.
Q. Does Bactiderm S Cream cause severe skin reactions?
Severe skin reactions are quite rare with Bactiderm S Cream. Bactiderm S Cream is an anti-inflammatory drug which is used to treat skin diseases, skin reactions and eczemas. However, skin reactions can occur in a person who is hypersensitive to Bactiderm S Cream. It is important to leave the affected area open after applying Bactiderm S Cream as using occlusive dressings (air- and water-tight dressing) can lead to skin reactions. The medicine may not itself cause a reaction but the added excipients with the medications can lead to a reaction in some cases. Inform your doctor immediately in case you encounter any skin reactions.
Q. Can Bactiderm S Cream be used on the face?
No, Bactiderm S Cream should not be used on the face. In addition to this, Bactiderm S Cream should also not be used on the axillae (armpits), groin, and if there is atrophy (wasting away of tissues) at the treatment site. In certain circumstances, it can be exceptionally considered to be used by doctors. It should be used only after consultation with your physician and if possible, the application on the face should be limited to a maximum of 5 days.
Q. Can Bactiderm S Cream be applied to children?
Bactiderm S Cream is not recommended for use in children less than 1 year of age. It is also not recommended for use in older children and adolescents as the side effects are more common in them. In the pediatric population, there is an increased risk of suppression of the immune system which may make the child prone to other diseases and atrophic changes, hence it is not recommended. Still, in some rare cases, the doctor may recommend this medicine, but the treatment is usually limited to 5 days and the therapy is reviewed weekly.
