Dermikem Oc Plus Tube Of 15gm Cream
Medical Description
Dermikem OC Plus cream is a topical medication used to treat inflammation and swelling caused by bacterial, fungal, or mixed skin infections. It contains clobetasol, neomycin, and miconazole as active ingredients. Clobetasol is a steroid with anti-inflammatory properties, while neomycin and miconazole are antibacterial and antifungal agents, respectively.
It's important to use Dermikem OC Plus cream externally only and not for any other skin condition without consulting a doctor. Follow your doctor's instructions for application, and don't use it on children under two years of age. For best results, use the cream for the prescribed duration. If the condition doesn't improve, contact your doctor.
After applying the cream, wash your hands and avoid getting the cream in your eyes. Keep the affected area clean, and don't touch healthy skin to prevent the spread of infection. You may experience some side effects, but they usually go away over time. If the side effects persist or worsen, report them to your doctor.
Other creams with the active ingredients clobetasol, neomycin, and miconazole include Lobate GM cream, Clobact GM cream, Sonaderm NM cream, Globet GM cream, and Cosvate NM cream. Before using Dermikem OC Plus cream, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹70.00 |
You Save | ₹30.00 (30% on MRP) |
Contains | Clobetasol(0.05 %) + Miconazole(2.0 %) + Neomycin(0.5 %) |
Uses | Skin infections |
Side effects | Burning, irritation, itching, allergy, thinning of skin |
Therapy | TOPICAL ANTIMICROBIAL AND STEROID |
Uses of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
Contraindications of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
- If you are allergic to clobetasol, neomycin, miconazole or any of the ingredients in Dermikem OC Plus cream.
- Dermikem OC Cream is not supposed to be applied to the face. Do not use the medication for longer than recommended. Do not apply a bandage or dressing to the treated area because it will increase the preparation's absorption and the risk of side effects....
- If you have any untreated skin infections or skin thinning problems.
- You should not use this cream for acne, rashes or skin conditions around your mouth and in the external ear canal.
- You should not use this cream if you have chickenpox, shingles, warts or any other wounds and skin infections.
- Dermikem OC Plus cream should not be used in children below two years of age and for nappy rash.
Side effects of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
- Burning, irritation, itching at the area Dermikem OC Plus cream is applied.
Precautions and Warnings of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are experiencing any allergic reactions to the skin after applying the Dermikem OC Plus cream.
- You are experiencing other infections after applying this cream.
- You do not notice any improvement in your condition after using this medicine for a week.
- It would be best not to use this cream for any condition other than those prescribed by your doctor.
- In case you experience any skin reactions after applying this cream, inform your doctor immediately.
- You should not apply the Dermikem OC Plus cream for a 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.
Directions for Use of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
- Use Dermikem OC Plus cream as directed by your doctor and follow all the instructions.
- For external use only. Apply it on a healthy skin surface, free from cuts and wounds.
- Wash your hands before and after using Dermikem OC Plus cream unless your hands are the area to be treated.
- Apply a thin layer and rub gently to cover the affected area, for days and times advised by your doctor.
- If you do not see any improvement in your condition within 7 days, you should consult your doctor.
Storage and disposal of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
- Store Dermikem OC Plus cream below 25°C, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep this medicine away from children and pets.
- Discard the expired or medicine that is no longer required properly.
Quick Tips of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
- Dermikem OC Plus cream is a topical medicine used to treat inflammation and swelling in various skin conditions caused by bacterial, fungal, or mixed infections.
- This cream helps in reducing symptoms like redness, swelling and itchiness.
- This medicine is meant for external application and should not be ingested.
- Do not use more than the prescribed amount of this medicine or for longer periods of time than recommended by your doctor.
- Wash your hands before and after using this medicine. If you come in contact with this cream, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.
- If you experience any side effects after using this medicine, talk to your doctor.
- Do not use this medicine for children below two years of age.
- Before using Dermikem OC Plus cream, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Dosage of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
How Does It Work?
- During inflammation or infection of the skin, the body releases some chemical substances which make the skin red, itchy and swollen.
- Clobetasol is a steroid which acts by blocking the synthesis of natural substances, i.e. prostaglandins, which are responsible for itching, swelling and redness.
- Miconazole works by inhibiting the formation of a fungal cell wall component, which leads to altered permeability and the growth of fungus, causing infection.
- Neomycin is an antibiotic widely used for treating various bacterial infections of the skin. It works by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of bacteria that cause infection.
- Collectively all these medicines work more effectively by reducing the infection and inflammation of the skin.
Interactions of DERMIKEM OC PLUS TUBE OF 15GM CREAM
Interactions with other medicines
- Dermikem OC Plus cream is for local application on the 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 Dermikem OC Plus cream with other medicines. However, as Dermikem OC Plus cream contains three different components, any interaction seen with these three components when taken alone may occur with this combination....
- Be cautious if you are taking antifungal medicines like Itraconazole and Ritonavir, which are used in HIV infection, antibiotics such as Erythromycin, and blood-thinning agents like Warfarin and Verapamil used in heart problems....
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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References
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- Drugs H. Neomycin Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 12 August 2022]
- Daktarin 2% w/w cream - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 12 August 2022]
- SONADERM ® -NM Cream [Internet]. Bluecrosslabs.com. 2022 [cited 12 August 2022]
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