ADVACORT LOTION 60ML 1S
Generics
Methylprednisolone Aceponate
Used For
Eczema
How it works
It reduces the inflammation and allergic reaction of the skin. Therefore it lessens redness (erythema), fluid build-up (oedema) and fluid oozing from the inflamed skin. It also relieves the itchiness, burning sensation or pain you may feel.
Advacort Lotion Usage And Safety
Dosage
Methylprednisolone Aceponate
Side Effects
Common: A burning sensation and itch at the site of application Uncommon: Dryness, redness (erythema), blisters, hair follicle inflammation (folliculitis), rash or tingling at the site of application -Allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis) Rare: Skin infection, swelling or irritation at the site of application - Fungal skin infection -Skin infection producing pus, skin cracks, swelling of the small blood vessels in the skin, thinning of the skin (atrophy), acne . Not known: Increased hair growth -Stretch marks, specific skin inflammation in the area of the upper lip and chin (perioral dermatitis), skin discolouration, allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis) - Blurred vision
Drug Interactions
Interactions with other medicines are not known so far. However, tell your doctor if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines.
Indication
It is used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (endogenous eczema, neurodermatitis), eczema in children, contact eczema, or degenerative, dyshidrotic, or vulgar eczema.
When not to Use
Do not use • if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance methylprednisolone aceponate (MPA) or to any of the other ingredients of methylprednisolone • if pre-existing eczema or rash has become infected • on skin areas affected by a skin inflammation that is red/rosy in colour (rosacea), ulcers, inflamed diseases of the sebaceous glands (acne vulgaris) or skin folds, groin or under the arm pits (intertrigo acne) or skin diseases accompanied by a thinning of the skin (atrophic skin diseases) • On skin that is weeping .
Generics
Methylprednisolone Aceponate
Used For
Eczema
How it works
It reduces the inflammation and allergic reaction of the skin. Therefore it lessens redness (erythema), fluid build-up (oedema) and fluid oozing from the inflamed skin. It also relieves the itchiness, burning sensation or pain you may feel.
Advacort Lotion Usage And Safety
Dosage
Methylprednisolone Aceponate
Side Effects
Common: A burning sensation and itch at the site of application Uncommon: Dryness, redness (erythema), blisters, hair follicle inflammation (folliculitis), rash or tingling at the site of application -Allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis) Rare: Skin infection, swelling or irritation at the site of application - Fungal skin infection -Skin infection producing pus, skin cracks, swelling of the small blood vessels in the skin, thinning of the skin (atrophy), acne . Not known: Increased hair growth -Stretch marks, specific skin inflammation in the area of the upper lip and chin (perioral dermatitis), skin discolouration, allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis) - Blurred vision
Drug Interactions
Interactions with other medicines are not known so far. However, tell your doctor if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines.
Indication
It is used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (endogenous eczema, neurodermatitis), eczema in children, contact eczema, or degenerative, dyshidrotic, or vulgar eczema.
When not to Use
Do not use • if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance methylprednisolone aceponate (MPA) or to any of the other ingredients of methylprednisolone • if pre-existing eczema or rash has become infected • on skin areas affected by a skin inflammation that is red/rosy in colour (rosacea), ulcers, inflamed diseases of the sebaceous glands (acne vulgaris) or skin folds, groin or under the arm pits (intertrigo acne) or skin diseases accompanied by a thinning of the skin (atrophic skin diseases) • On skin that is weeping .
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