Dexoderm Cream

Dexoderm Cream helps in the treatment of bacterial infections and fungal infections. It also helps in curing skin infections and dermatoses. It is recommended to apply this cream two times in a day as directed by the doctor.

This cream contains Clobetasol, Ofloxacin, Ornidazole, Terbinafine as active ingredients. Dexoderm Cream is a combination of corticosteroids, antifungal, and antibiotics, thus works via multiple mechanisms.

Firstly, Dexoderm works as an anti-inflammatory by inhibiting the metabolism of arachidonic acid by inhibiting phospholipase A2. Secondly, it decreases ergosterol production by disrupting the activity of cytochrome P450, inhibiting the formation of the cell membrane of susceptible fungi like Candida and Micosporum.

The common side effects of Dexoderm Cream are Rash, Skin Irritation, Burning, and others. Take medical help if these side effects do not go away within a few days. It is recommended to consult your doctor about your medical condition.

In case of a missed dose of this drug, you must take it immediately. It is advised to skip the missed dose if it is time for your next scheduled dose. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should apply this medication only after doctor’s consultation as Dexoderm Cream may leave some kind of side effects.

• Skin Infection

• Fungal Infections (Tinea Strains)

• Psoriasis

• Atopic Dermatitis

• Eczema

• Lichen Planus

• Allergy

• Glaucoma

• Application Site Reactions (Burning Sensation)

• Irritation

• Itching And Redness

• Skin Thinning

• Skin Peeling

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found/established

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Dexoderm Cream is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Studies carried out on humans and animals have shown significant adverse effects on the fetus. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Dexoderm Cream can be given to the women who are breastfeeding but only after evaluating the benefits and risks with the doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  No interaction found/established

• Does this affect kidney function?

  No interaction found/established

• Does this affect liver function?

  No interaction found/established

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of action depends on the skin type and the severity of the skin condition.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect of this medication is not clinically proven.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not apply if it is almost time for your next dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

It is a combination medicament. Clobetasol belongs to corticosteroids. It works as an anti-inflammatory by inhibiting the metabolism of arachidonic acid by inhibiting phospholipase A2 thus inhibits the production of inflammatory mediators like prostaglandins and leukotrienes. Also, it works as a bactericidal by inhibiting the bacterial DNA gyrase enzyme, which is essential for DNA replication, transcription, repair, and recombination. This leads to expansion and destabilization of the bacterial DNA and causes cell death. Also, it decreases ergosterol production by disrupting the activity of cytochrome P450, inhibiting the formation of the cell membrane of susceptible fungi like Candida and Microsporum.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  You must consult a doctor if you have a drinking habit as he/she will be able to guide you through this in a better way.

• Interaction with Medicine

  The cream can interact with certain medicines like acetazolamide, aminoglycosides, antacids, aspirin, antidiabetics, barbiturate, calcium-channel brokers and carbamazepine.

• Interaction with Disease

  The cream can interact with certain diseases and cause serious side effects. You must consult a doctor if you suffer from fungal infection in lungs or skin, inflammatory disease, glaucoma and other inflammatory diseases.

• Interaction with Food

  There is no specific food group that can cause a serious side effect on interaction with the cream. It is better that you discuss with your doctor about any food allergies that you have.

• Ques : What is Dexoderm Cream?

  Ans : Dexoderm Cream is an ointment that contains Clobetasol, Ofloxacin, Ornidazole, and Terbinafine as active ingredients. It is known to treat infections such as:

  • Skin infections
  • Vaginal infections
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Bacterial infection
  • Preoperative preparation of the bowel
  • Cutaneous infections
  • Eye infection

• Ques : What are the uses of Dexoderm cream?

  Ans : Dexoderm is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Inflammation, pruritus, candidiasis, tinea versicolor, allergic dermatitis, and microbial Infections.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Dexoderm Cream?

  Ans : Dexoderm Cream has some known side effects such as:

  • Inflammation of skin
  • Irritation
  • Dryness

• Ques : Is Dexoderm Cream safe during pregnancy?

  Ans : Dexoderm is not safe to be applied during pregnancy as it contains Gramicidin, Neomycin Sulphate, Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide as active ingredients. You are advised to consult the doctor before use.

• Ques : How frequently I can apply Dexoderm Cream?

  Ans : Frequency of applying this cream dependent on the patient’s skin type and health issues. Therefore it is advised to consult the Doctor before using it.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Dexoderm Cream?

  Ans : Contraindication to dexoderm. In addition, this cream should not be used if you have the following conditions such as a history of hypersensitivity.

• Ques : Is Dexoderm Cream safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : Dexoderm Cream is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medication.

• Ques : Will Dexoderm Cream be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this cream can lead to increased chances of side effects such as burning, itching, Irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, etc.

• Ques : Can Dexoderm Cream be used for infections of Skin Infection?

  Ans : Yes, It can be used to treat skin infection. Moreover, it is also helpful in curing Bacterial and Vaginal Infections and Respiratory Tract Infections.

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