Dermikem KT
Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Composition for Dermikem KT Products
Dermikem KT Products are primarily used for
Fungal infections, Skin infections, Fungal skin infections
About Dermikem KT Products
Ketoconazole side effects
Common
Nausea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Increased liver enzymes, Application site redness, Itching, Diarrhea, Abnormal liver function tests, Adrenal insufficiency, Application site burning.
Uses of Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)
Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) is used in the treatment of skin infections, fungal infections and bacterial infections of external ear.
Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) side effects
Common
Burning sensation, Itching, Rash, Skin swelling, Erythema (skin redness).
How Dermikem KT Products work
Clioquinol belongs to a category of drugs called as hydroxyquinoline antifungal agents. It acts by interacting with DNA synthesis thus killing the fungi that are responsible for causing the infection. It may be combined with a steroid (to reduce inflammation) or an antibacterial agent (to reduce bacterial infection).
.Tolnaftate side effects
Severe
Skin irritation.
How Dermikem KT Products work
Tolnaftate, an anti-fungal medicine. It prevents growth of fungal cell-wall. It also prevents forming fungal colony. This is how it causes death of fungi and relieves your infection.
Neomycin side effects
Common
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness).
How Dermikem KT Products work
Neomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Clobetasol side effects
Common
Skin atrophy, Telangiectasia, Skin irritation, Dry skin.
How Dermikem KT Products work
Clobetasol is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.
Patient Concerns about Dermikem KT
Frequently asked questions about Dermikem KT Products
Frequently asked questions about Ketoconazole
Q. Can Ketoconazole prevent hair loss?
No, Ketoconazole does not prevent hair loss.
Frequently asked questions about Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)
Q. What is clioquinol cream used for?
Clioquinol cream is used for treating skin infections such as eczema (itchy skin), athlete's foot (ringworm infection, a fungal infection of the foot), jock itch (fungal infection of the groin area) and other ringworm infections.
Frequently asked questions about Tolnaftate
Q. Is Tolnaftate a steroid?
No, Tolnaftate is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which is used to kill a wide variety of infection-causing fungus. It is applied on the affected skin or nails to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.
Q. Is Tolnaftate effective?
Tolnaftate is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Tolnaftate too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How to use Tolnaftate?
First of all, make sure that the affected area is dry and properly cleaned before using Tolnaftate. Then, gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Tolnaftate gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Q. Can we apply Tolnaftate on other parts of the body?
No, this medicine should not be used on other parts of the body like eyes, oral cavity or intravaginally. Its use should be restricted to nails and skin only. Before using the medicine consult the doctor and follow the instructions carefully.
Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Tolnaftate?
Be careful not to get Tolnaftate into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Tolnaftate if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Tolnaftate with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Tolnaftate only if prescribed by the doctor.
Q. What should I do if I forget to use Tolnaftate?
If you forget to use Tolnaftate, do not worry and continue using Tolnaftate as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can Tolnaftate cause any local reaction or rashes?
Yes, the use of Tolnaftate may cause allergic reactions, but the probability of any such occurrence is not clear. These allergic reactions are not very common and are likely to occur in susceptible or sensitive individuals only. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.
Frequently asked questions about Neomycin
Q. What is Neomycin? What is it used for?
Neomycin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections. It may also be used to treat infected cuts and wounds. Neomycin stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve the symptoms.
Q. Is Neomycin effective?
Neomycin is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Neomycin too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How to use Neomycin?
Before using Neomycin, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Neomycin gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Neomycin?
Be careful not to get Neomycin into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Neomycin if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Neomycin with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Neomycin only if prescribed by the doctor.
Q. What should I do if I forget to use Neomycin?
If you forget to use Neomycin, do not worry and continue using Neomycin as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. Is Neomycin safe?
Neomycin is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Frequently asked questions about Clobetasol
Q. Can Clobetasol be used for a long time?
No, Clobetasol should not be used for a long time. It is generally prescribed for 2 consecutive weeks only. However, the treatment can be longer for chronic (long-term) inflammatory conditions. Consult your physician before using this medication.
Q. Does Clobetasol cause severe skin reactions?
Severe skin reactions are quite rare with Clobetasol. Clobetasol is an anti-inflammatory drug which is used to treat skin diseases, skin reactions and eczemas. However, skin reactions can occur in a person who is hypersensitive to Clobetasol. It is important to leave the affected area open after applying Clobetasol as using occlusive dressings (air- and water-tight dressing) can lead to skin reactions. The medicine may not itself cause a reaction but the added excipients with the medications can lead to a reaction in some cases. Inform your doctor immediately in case you encounter any skin reactions.
Q. Can Clobetasol be used on the face?
No, Clobetasol should not be used on face. Along with that, its use should be avoided in other areas like the axillae (armpits), groin and if there is atrophy (wasting away of tissues) at the treatment site. However, in certain circumstances, the doctor may prescribe Clobetasol only when considered necessary. It should be used only after consultation with your physician. and if possible, the application on face should be limited to a maximum of 5 days.
Q. Can Clobetasol be applied in children?
Clobetasol is not recommended to be used in children less than 1 year of age. Other than that, its use should be avoided in older children and adolescents as the side effects are more common in them. This is because there is an increased risk of suppression of the immune system in young children which may make them prone to other diseases and atrophic changes. However, in some rare cases, the doctor may recommend this medicine, but the treatment is usually limited to 5 days and the therapy is reviewed weekly.
Q. Can we use Clobetasol in infections?
Clobetasol is not an antimicrobial or antifungal agent. It is a steroid medication which can suppress the immune system and increase the risk of infections. Hence, it should not be used for treating infections. In case the inflammatory lesions get infected or there is any spread of infection, consult your doctor immediately. The doctor will withdraw the use of Clobetasol and provide appropriate antimicrobial therapy.
Q. Can I stop taking Clobetasol when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Clobetasol and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before your treatment is complete. Stopping Clobetasol before your treatment is completed can bring back your symptoms.
Q. Does Clobetasol cause dangerous skin reactions?
Local skin reactions are quite rare with Clobetasol. Being an anti-inflammatory drug, it is used to treat skin diseases, skin reactions, and eczemas. Still, skin reactions can occur in a person who is hypersensitive to Clobetasol. It is important to leave the affected area open after applying Clobetasol as using occlusive dressings (air- and water-tight dressing) can lead to skin reactions. If not by the medicine itself, sometimes the reactions are also caused by the added excipients with the medications. Inform your doctor immediately in case you encounter any skin reactions.
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