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About Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream belongs to a class of dermatological medication used to treat skin infections. It helps reduce swelling, itching and redness occurring due to certain skin infections caused by bacteria and fungus. Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). Bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream is a combination of four drugs, namely: Chlorhexidine gluconate (antiseptic), Clobetasol (corticosteroid), Miconazole (antifungal) and Neomycin (antibiotic). Chlorhexidine gluconate works by killing the micro-organisms and thus, prevents infection. Clobetasol inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. Miconazole works by damaging the fungal cell membranes and killing fungi. Neomycin works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream helps treat skin infections.
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream is only for external use. You are advised to use Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your condition. Some people may experience dry skin, skin rash, thinning of the skin, itching, swelling, redness or burning sensation at the site of application. Most of these side effects of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream. Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream should be used with caution in infants below 2 months old if prescribed by a doctor as it may cause chemical burns or severe irritation on babies. Do not use Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in more than prescribed doses or for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects. Avoid using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream on open skin wounds, deep cuts or scrapes. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with bandages unless advised by your doctor.
Uses of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream
Directions for Use
Medicinal Benefits
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream contains Chlorhexidine gluconate, Clobetasol, Miconazole and Neomycin. Chlorhexidine gluconate is an antiseptic that kills microorganisms and prevents infection. Clobetasol is a corticosteroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. Miconazole is an antifungal that works by damaging the fungal cell membranes and killing fungi. Neomycin is an antibiotic that works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby, killing the bacteria. Thus, Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream helps in treating skin infection.
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What if I have taken an overdose of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream
Drug Warnings
If you are known to be allergic to Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream. Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream should be used with caution in infants below 2 months old if prescribed by a doctor as it may cause chemical burns or severe irritation on babies. Do not use Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in more than prescribed doses, or for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects. Avoid using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream on open skin wounds, deep cuts or scrapes. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with bandages unless advised by your doctor. Do not swallow Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream. In case of accidental swallowing, contact a nearby poison control centre or consult a doctor immediately. If you have adrenal gland or liver problems and any skin infection, inform your doctor before using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream.
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Alcohol
Caution
Interaction of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream.
Pregnancy
Caution
The safety of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Caution
It is unknown whether Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream while breastfeeding.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
Caution
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
Caution
If you have any concerns regarding the use of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
Caution
The safety of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in children is unknown. Please consult a doctor.
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Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream belongs to a class of dermatological medication used to treat skin infections. It helps reduce swelling, itching and redness occurring due to certain skin infections caused by bacteria and fungus.
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream contains Chlorhexidine gluconate, Clobetasol, Miconazole and Neomycin. Chlorhexidine gluconate kills microorganisms and prevents infection. Clobetasol inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching and swelling. Miconazole damages the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival. Thereby killing fungi. Neomycin works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins necessary for bacteria to grow, multiply and increase in numbers. Thereby killing the bacteria and clearing the infection.
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream may cause staining of clothes. Therefore, avoid contact of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream with clothes or fabric. Also, avoid bleach to wash fabric that is in contact with Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream as it may cause a permanent stain.
You are not recommended to use Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream on the face as the skin on the face is sensitive and thins easily. However, please consult a doctor before using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream on the face.
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor as Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream contains a steroid and may increase the risk of Cushing’s syndrome, HPA axis suppression (suppression of inflammatory and immune responses), adrenal insufficiency, delayed growth and weight gain. However, please consult a doctor before using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in children.
You are recommended to use Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after 1 week of treatment with Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream, please consult a doctor.
You are recommended to cover the treated area of skin with bandages or dressings only if advised by your doctor else it may increase the risk of side effects.
Fungal infection is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through direct skin to skin contact or contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person as it can also spread the infection.
No, you are not recommended to stop using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition or cause recurring infection. Therefore, take Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream, please consult your doctor.
Store Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream at room temperature, protected from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream is contraindicated in people who are allergic to any of its components. Avoid using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream on open skin wounds, deep cuts or scrapes.
Take a small amount of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream on the finger and apply as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area and surrounding skin.
Do not swallow Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream; it is only for external use. Avoid contact of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream with nose, mouth or eyes. In case Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Wash your hands before and after using Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream if your hands are not the affected area to prevent the spread of infection. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with bandages unless advised by your doctor.
Do not use Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in more than prescribed doses or for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects. Use Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream in the dose and duration advised by the doctor.
Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream may cause side effects like dry skin, skin rash, thinning of the skin, itching, swelling, redness or burning sensation at the site of application. Most of these side effects of Akme Clobetacon-GM Skin Cream do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
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