Beclomethasone Dipropionate + Clotrimazole + Gentamicin

Expert Advice

Dosage forms available

• Beclomethasone Dipropionate + Clotrimazole + Gentamicin is available for topical use in the form of cream, lotion, and ointment.

Age and dose restrictions

• This medicine is suitable for adults and children, but the exact age at which it can be started may vary based on the specific condition being managed.

Contraindications

• Beclomethasone Dipropionate + Clotrimazole + Gentamicin is contraindicated in individuals with a known hypersensitivity to any of its components.

• It should not be used in viral skin infections like herpes simplex, vaccinia, varicella, tuberculous or syphilitic skin infections, and fungal infections not susceptible to clotrimazole.

Other medications to avoid

• This medicine can interact with oral corticosteroids (like prednisone), NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen), oral hypoglycemics (for example, metformin), coumarin anticoagulants (like warfarin), amphotericin B, other azole antifungals (for instance, fluconazole), penicillins (such as amoxicillin), cephalosporins (like cephalexin), cyclosporine, cisplatin, and neuromuscular blocking agents (for example, succinylcholine).

Overdose and missed dose

• Overdose of Beclomethasone Dipropionate + Clotrimazole + Gentamicin can potentially intensify the usual side effects and lead to severe skin irritation. If you suspect an overdose, contact your doctor immediately.

• If you forget to apply this medicine at the scheduled time, do so as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next application, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Management of side effects

• Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage dryness or peeling of the skin, use a mild moisturising cream or lotion.

• Avoid scratching or rubbing the affected area to prevent aggravation of itching or inflammation.

Use in driving and operating machinery

• Beclomethasone Dipropionate + Clotrimazole + Gentamicin does not typically affect the ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. However, individual responses may vary.

Use in pregnancy and lactation

• The use of Beclomethasone Dipropionate + Clotrimazole + Gentamicin during pregnancy and lactation should be decided by your doctor who can weigh the benefits against potential risks.

Caution in other conditions

• Patients with an impaired immune system should exercise caution when using this combination as it contains a corticosteroid which can suppress immune responses.

• Long-term use on large areas of skin or under dressings can potentially lead to adrenal suppression, hence caution is required in these situations.

Special dietary and lifestyle recommendations

• Maintain good personal hygiene to prevent reinfection or spread of the skin infection.

• Regularly clean and dry the affected area before applying the medicine.

• Avoid tight-fitting clothing or synthetic clothing that does not allow air circulation at the site of infection.

• Avoid sharing personal items like towels, clothes, etc. with others to prevent the spread of infection.

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