Medisalic Ointment

Medisalic Ointment is a combination drug that is emplyed in the treatment of eczema and psoriasis. It works by removing the dead skin cells and helping to soften the skin. Medisalic Ointment provides relief from itching, redness, and swelling.

Medisalic ointment is composed of Salicylic Acid and Clobetasol Propionate. The latter is an analogue of prednisolone and has little mineralocorticoid activity and a high degree of glucocorticoid activity. Salicylic Acid is an antiseptic agent and a keratolytic.

The drug is a strong corticosteroid with very high potency. It is known to reduce the adverse effects of chemicals that bring about inflammation in the body. This ointment is used for the purpose of treating redness, itching, and inflammation caused by a number of skin conditions like allergic reactions, eczema, rashes, dermatitis, and psoriasis.

It is also used in the treatment of numerous autoimmune diseases like alopecia areata, vitiligo, lichen sclerosis, and lichen planus. Topical salicylic acid is known to contain keratolytic properties. It also has fungicidal and bacteriostatic actions.

The way you should use it is by taking a small amount of the ointment and applying the preparation in a thin coating to the affected areas only. One should use this not more than twice a day. Massage it gently on the affected area until it absorbs it. Wash your hands after the application.

Medisalic Ointment is to be used for as long as instructed by the doctor, in the recommended dosage. This medication is only for external usage, thus, caution must be taken to avoid getting it in eyes, mouth, nose.

Before starting Medisalic Ointment, inform your doctor of any allergies, recent medications, and disorders which may or may not affect the treatment. This ointment is safe for usage in breastfeeding women, however, in the case of pregnancies, it is important to consult with the doctor before starting this medication.

• Eczema

• Psoriasis

• Allergy

• Irritation

• Itching And Redness

• Skin Thinning

• Dry Skin

• Burning Or Tingling Sensation

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  There is no verified report of it yet. Most people have stated that they don’t consume alcohol while applying this ointment, but you can ask your doctor once to be sure of it.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Medisalic Ointment is unsafe to use during pregnancy. It will result in adverse effects on the foetus. In case a pregnant woman benefits from its use, it may be acceptable. But it is safe to be sure before doing this. Consult your doctor once.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  It is probably safe to use this ointment during lactation as it does not lead to any significant risk to the baby, as suggested by limited human data.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  No interaction of this ointment has been established or found while driving.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  No interaction of this ointment has been established or found with the kidney function.

• Does this affect liver function?

  No interaction of this ointment has been established or found with the liver function.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  There is no surety about how long the effects of this medicine can last. It is recommended to consult the doctor in case of side effects or when the medicine doesn’t seem to work. In some cases, it is either regularly used or discarded if no improvement is seen.

• What is the onset of action?

  Before you see improvements in your condition, you need to apply this ointment for at least a week. Some people have reported to have seen an improvement on the same day.

• Is it habit forming?

  About 1/3 of the users of this medicine have reported this ointment to be habit forming.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Medisalic Ointment , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Topisal - 3% Ointment

  Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Taxalic Ointment

  Athens Labs Ltd

• Cosvate S Cream

  Adcock Ingram Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Soltop S 3% Ointment

  Brinton Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Ultitar Cs Ointment

  Percos India Pvt Ltd

• Clopad S Ointment

  Tripada Biotec Pvt Ltd

• Dipsalic F Ointment

  Fulford India Ltd

• Dipsalic F Ointment

  Fulford India Ltd

• Clop S Ointment

  Liva Healthcare Ltd

• Viclob S Ointment

  Kivi Labs Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  You must apply the ointment if you missed it as soon as possible, but if it coincides with the next application, skip it. Do not apply it in short intervals as it can cause side effects.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Over application of this ointment will not make your skin condition go away faster than it’s supposed to. It can however lead to the onset of side effects and can even be harmful to your skin. Consult your doctor immediately if this happens.

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. Salicylic Acid is an antiseptic agent and a keratolytic. This enhances the absorption rate of clobetasol and also breaks the keratin clumps, removes dead skin cells and softens the skin.

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

  Although most people have stated that they don’t consume alcohol while applying this ointment, you can ask your doctor once to be sure of it.

• Interaction with Medicine

  There are no known interactions with other medicines. But you should be on the safe side ask your doctor whether you should avoid certain medicines while applying this ointment.

• Interaction with Disease

  In case of any known allergies do not use this ointment. If you have an infection, consult your doctor once.

• Interaction with Food

  People have reported that they sometimes devise a healthy diet plan while applying this ointment. On the other hand, there are some people who have junk food too. Either way there is no information available on doctor’s statement on this matter.

• Ques : What is Medisalic Ointment?

  Ans : Medisalic Ointment is a medication which has Clobetasol Topical and Salicylic Acid Topical as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by activating the phospholipase A2 inhibitory proteins, possessing the keratolytic and comedolytic properties, peeling on the skin lipid film in acne, removing the intercellular lipids which are linked covalently to the cornified envelope surrounding the surface epithelial cells. Medisalic Ointment is used to treat conditions such as Skin redness, Psoriasis, Flushing of skin, Calluses and corns, Eczema, etc.

• Ques : What are the uses of Medisalic Ointment?

  Ans : Medisalic Ointment is a medication, which is used for the treatment of redness, itching, and inflammation caused by a number of skin conditions like allergic reactions, eczema, rashes, dermatitis, and psoriasis.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Medisalic Ointment?

  Ans : Medisalic Ointment is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects like Skin atrophy, Itchy bumpy skin or redness of the skin, Irritation or itching where the cream is applied, changes in skin color, Feeling of burning, Damage or wrinkle more easily, Allergic skin rejection, Stretch marks on the skin, Increased or reduction in hair growth or hair loss, Severe allergic reaction, etc.

• Ques : What are the storage indications of Medisalic Ointment?

  Ans : Medisalic Ointment should be kept between 20–22 °C in its original container away from children, humidity, and heat.

• Ques : What are the precautions that need to be taken while using Medisalic?

  Ans : Medisalic should not be used on the face. It should not be used for longer than the advised periods of time. Do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated, as this will increase absorption of the preparation and increase the risk of side effects. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : How long do I need to use medisalic ointment before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication, to reach its peak effect is within 1 day to 1 week, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same experience is not mandatory to everyone and so, it is not a recommended time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use medisalic ointment ?

  Ans : The duration of effect for this medicine is dependent on the severity of the patient’s condition. Therefore, the frequency of consumption of this medication will vary from person to person, it is advised to follow a proper prescription of the doctor, directed according to the condition.

• Ques : Should Medisalic Ointment be taken with a meal or without a meal?

  Ans : Medisalic Ointment can be taken either way as its effectiveness does not depend on a meal.

• Ques : Is it safe to stop taking Medisalic Ointment suddenly?

  Ans : It is advised to complete the course of treatment and not stop taking Medisalic Ointment suddenly as it may worsen the health condition.

• Ques : Should Medisalic Ointment be taken with a meal or without a meal?

  Ans : Medisalic Ointment can be taken either way as its effectiveness does not depend on a meal.

• Ques : Is Medisalic Ointment safe for usage in paediatrics?

  Ans : Medisalic Ointment is not recommended for usage in children below the age of 122 as its safety and effectiveness are not known.

• Ques : What are the dietary restrictions while taking Medisalic Ointment?

  Ans : There are no specific dietary restrictions while taking Medisalic Ointment unless the doctor prescribes otherwise.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/clobetasol

• Clobetasol (Clovate): Information You Need To Know- Drugs Bank [Internet]. drugsbanks.com. 2018 [Cited 25 April 2019]. Available from:

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• Salicylic Acid- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 25 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/salicylic%20acid