Fosedic B 0.1|2% Cream— Dawaai - Uses, Side Effect, Price In Pakistan

Introduction
Primary Uses
Indications
Side Effects
Warnings
Contraindications
FAQS

Introduction

Expert Advice

Wash and dry the skin before applying this medication.
Apply a thin film to cover affected areas and rub gently.
Wash hands thoroughly after applying the medication, unless hands are the area being treated.
If you are using other medicines or moisturizers, leave half an hour between applying each product.
Use airtight dressing over the affected area only if your doctor recommends it.

Primary Uses

Indications

This medication is used in the treatment of inflammatory dermatoses (disorders of the skin) where bacterial infection is present or suspected.

Side Effects

Cushingoid changes(changes in the body due to excess production of a hormone in the body called cortisol) ,adrenal suppression (suppression of the adrenal gland which sit on the top of the kidneys and produce hormones in the body), local skin reactions, acne , atrophy(reduction in size) , striae(stretch marks) , telangiectasia(threadlike redlines on the body due widening of tiny blood vessels) ,mild pigmentation , hypertrichosis(excessive hair growth over and above the normal for the age) , pruritus(itch) , folliculitis(common skin disorder caused by inflammation of hair follicles). Hypersensitivity (allergy) reactions.

Warnings

Pregnancy

Please consult your physician before taking this drug in pregnancy.

Lactation

Please consult your physician before taking this drug in lactation.

Precautions

Do not use in infants to treat diaper rashes. Avoid extensive or prolonged use (max 7 days in children). If potent steroids are to be used in children or on face, limit to 5 days and avoid closure. Avoid use on mucous membranes and eye area. This cream should also be used with caution on broken, inflamed, or occluded skin, psoriasis, skin inflammation around chronic ulcers, and elderly. There is also a risk of visual disturbances.

Contraindications

This medication should not be used in patients with untreated bacterial, fungal or viral infections, or parasitic infestations. Use of this medication on burns, acne or rosacea (common skin disorder that causes redness due to blood vessels being visible on the skin), perioral dermatitis (inflammation of the skin around the mouth) , widespread plaque psoriasis(patches of thick, red scaly skin) among other conditions. Consult your healthcare provider for further information.

FAQS

What does this ointment treat?

It is a combination of medicine that is used to treat various types of skin infections.

Can we withdraw its use once the improvement begins?

No, you should not. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine.

Is it recommended for airtight dressings and bandages?

No, it is not.

What happens if it is overused?

The ointment would get absorbed in the skin and cause hormonal disturbances and also makes the infection-causing bacteria to become resistant against the medicine. Therefore, use it as instructed by the concerned doctor.

What should be done in case no improvement results?

Consult with the concerned doctor right away for the dosage change or alternate medicine.

Disclaimer

Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.