Quadriderm AF Ointment
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Product introduction
Quadriderm AF Ointment is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and itching. It also has antimicrobial action against infection-causing microorganisms.
Quadriderm AF Ointment is a combination of three medicines: Quadriderm AF Ointment1, Quadriderm AF Ointment2 and Quadriderm AF Ointment3 which treat skin infections.
Quadriderm AF Ointment is a combination of three medicines: Quadriderm AF Ointment1, Quadriderm AF Ointment2 and Quadriderm AF Ointment3 which treat skin infections.
Uses of Quadriderm AF Ointment
Benefits of Quadriderm AF Ointment
In Skin infections
Quadriderm AF Ointment is a combination of medicines used to treat skin infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. It kills and stops the growth of infection causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection and relieving the symptoms. It also blocks the release of chemicals that cause symptoms such as itching, redness and swelling. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections.
You should use Quadriderm AF Ointment for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to apply it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.
You should use Quadriderm AF Ointment for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to apply it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning.
Side effects of Quadriderm AF Ointment
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Quadriderm AF
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Quadriderm AF Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
How Quadriderm AF Ointment works
Quadriderm AF Ointment is a combination of three medicines: Betamethasone, Clotrimazole and Gentamicin which treat skin infections. Betamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Clotrimazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi while Gentamicin is an antibiotic which stops the growth of bacteria on the skin. Together, they treat your skin infection effectively.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Quadriderm AF Ointment is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Quadriderm AF Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Quadriderm AF Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Quadriderm AF Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Quadriderm AF Ointment helps treat skin infections.
- It is for use on skin only. Do not use it in your eyes, mouth, or vagina. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become more irritated, you should stop using Quadriderm AF Ointment and consult your doctor.
- Don't use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 1 week of treatment.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Quadriderm AF Ointment
Once A Day
82%
Thrice A Day
11%
Twice A Day
8%
What are you using Quadriderm AF Ointment for?
Fungal infect*
100%
*Fungal infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Quadriderm AF Ointment?
Skin thinning
50%
Itching
50%
How do you take Quadriderm AF Ointment?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Quadriderm AF Ointment on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
How long does Quadriderm AF Ointment takes to work?
Usually, Quadriderm AF Ointment starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.
Can I stop taking Quadriderm AF Ointment when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Quadriderm AF Ointment and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
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- Betamethasone. Uxbridge, Middlesex: Glaxo Wellcome UK Ltd.; 1997 [revised 7 Sep. 2017]. [Accessed 04 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- MedlinePlus. Clotrimazole. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Gentamicin. [Accessed 31 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: Plot No. -810, Sector - 3 , Industrial Area , Pthampur Dist. Dhar - 454 775 (M.P.) India
Country of origin: India
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