Bioderm Ointment 5gm
Medical Description
Bioderm Ointment is a topical medication used to treat various skin conditions like itching, allergies, redness, and inflammation caused by bacterial or fungal infections. It is also effective against ringworm, athlete's foot, and tinea infections. The medication contains three active ingredients: beclomethasone, clotrimazole, and neomycin. It is essential to use Bioderm Ointment as per your doctor's instructions to get the best results.
Fungal infections are caused by a fungus found on plants, dirt, and household surfaces. Contact with this fungus can cause skin diseases that lead to symptoms like irritation, scaly skin, itching, and swelling. However, Bioderm Ointment is not suitable for patients with acne, rosacea, perioral dermatitis, viral and fungal infections, or varicose ulcers caused by swollen veins. Before using Bioderm Ointment, inform your doctor if you smoke, have psoriasis, or have had an allergic reaction to any substance.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use Bioderm Ointment with caution. It is not recommended for children under the age of one year and should be used carefully in children and adolescents (ages two to eighteen) after consulting a doctor.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹32.34 |
You Save | ₹5.71 (15% on MRP) |
Contains | Beclometasone(0.025 %W/W) + Clotrimazole(1.0 %W/W) + Neomycin(0.5 %W/W) |
Uses | Skin infections and inflammation |
Side effects | Burning, irritation, itching, allergy, stinging sensation |
Therapy | TOPICAL ANTIMICROBIAL AND STEROID |
Uses of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
Contraindications of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
- If you are allergic to neomycin, clotrimazole, beclomethasone or any other ingredient of Bioderm Ointment.
- If you have for nail and scalp infection which is not treated.
Side effects of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
- Burning
- Irritation
- Itching
- Redness
- Dryness
Precautions and Warnings of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You experience any allergic reactions of the skin after applying Bioderm Ointment.
- You experience other infections after applying this cream.
- It would be best if you do not use this cream on any condition other than prescribed by your doctor.
- In case you experience any skin reactions after applying this cream, inform your doctor immediately.
- You should not apply this cream for prolonged duration on a larger skin area or more than the prescribed duration.
- In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.
- Bioderm Ointment should not be used for children below 12 years.
Directions for Use of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
- Use Bioderm Ointment as directed by your doctor for external use only.
- Apply it on the skin surface free from cuts & wounds.
- Wash your hands before & after using this medicine unless you are using this medicine to treat hands.
- Apply it in thin film covering the infected area and let it get absorbed.
- Avoid touching the tip of the container directly to the infected area of skin.
Storage and disposal of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
- Store this medicine below 30°C in a dry place.
- Keep it out of the reach of children.
Dosage of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- If you missed any dose of medicine, apply it as soon as you remember. If its time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not overapply this medicine to compensate for the missed one....
Mode of Action of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
How Does It Work?
- Beclomethasone is a steroid which acts by blocking the synthesis of natural substance, i.e. prostaglandins which is responsible for itching, swelling and redness.
- Clotrimazole works by inhibiting the formation of a fungal cell wall component which leads to altered permeability and growth of fungus causing infection.
- Neomycin is an antibiotic agent which is widely used for treating various bacterial infection of the skin. It works by inhibiting growth and multiplication of bacteria causing infection.
- Collectively all these medicines work more effectively by reducing the infection and inflammation of the skin.
Interactions of BIODERM OINTMENT 5GM
Interactions with other medicines
- Bioderm Ointment is meant for local application on skin and thus is less likely to interact with other medicines taken orally. However, it may interact with other topically applied medicine. Discuss with your doctor if you are already on another topical medicine....
- There is limited information available on the interaction of Bioderm Ointment with other medicines. However, as Bioderm Ointment contains three different components, any interaction seen with these three components when taken alone may occur with this combination....
- Bioderm Ointment can damage the surface of physical contraceptives thus an alternative contraceptive measure should be considered during the treatment and after 5 days of the treatment.
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: For how long do I need to use Bioderm Ointment?
Q: How should I apply Bioderm Ointment?
Q: Can we use Bioderm Ointment for fungal skin infection?
References
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- Neomycin - WebMD [Internet]. Webmd.com. 2021 [cited 29 November 2021]
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