Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
Molecule Description
Beclometasone+Neomycin+Clotrimazole is a combination medicine. It is used in th
e treatment of various skin problems such as itching, redness, allergies and inflammation suspected to have a bacterial or fungal infection. It is also used to treat ringworm infection, athlete's foot and tinea infections. It helps in reducing symptoms like rashes, itchiness, redness and other symptoms associated with skin infections. Beclometasone is a steroid, clotrimazole is an antifungal agent and neomycin is an antibacterial agent. Beclometasone+Neomycin+Clotrimazole is available in the form of cream, lotion, ointment, ear drops. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting this medicine.
Uses of Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
Contraindications of Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
When should one not use Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
- If you are allergic to neomycin, clotrimazole, beclomethasone or similar medicines.
- It should not be used for nail and scalp infections and in children less than 12 years old.
Side effects of Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
Common side effects of this drug are:
Precautions and Warnings of Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You develop any skin infections or allergic reactions after using this medicine
- Avoid unnecessary or prolonged use of this medicine
Mode of Action of Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
How Does It Work?
- Beclometasone works by blocking the synthesis of a natural substance (Prostaglandins), which is responsible for itching, redness and swelling.
- Neomycin works by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of bacteria causing infection.
- Clotrimazole works by inhibiting the formation of a fungal cell wall component which leads to altered permeability and growth of fungus causing infection.
- Collectively all these medicines work more effectively by reducing the infection and inflammation of the skin.
Interactions of Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way beclometasone+neomycin+clotrimazole works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, herbals you are currently taking or might take or are using other topically applied creams, lotion and gel to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines to treat HIV infection or are taking medicines like cidofovir, cisplatin, amphotericin B, tobramycin, rifampin, rifabutin, pain killers, antibiotics.
- Alternative contraceptive measures should be considered during the treatment and after 5-days of the treatment with beclometasone+neomycin+clotrimazole.
Dosage of Clotrimazole+Beclometasone+Neomycin
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Beclometasone+Neomycin+Clotrimazole be used for viral infections?
Q: In which all dosage forms is Beclometasone+Neomycin+Clotrimazole available?
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