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Ezemax Ointment is used to treat eczema in children and adults above three years of age. Eczema is a condition in which skin patches become inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough. It contains Crisaborole, which belongs to the class of phosphodiesterase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the chemical substances responsible for inflammation. Common side effects of this medication are itching, dryness, redness, and a burning sensation at the application site.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

CRISABOROLE-2%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ajanta Pharma Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Ezemax Ointment

Ezemax Ointment is a topical prescription medication used to treat mild-to-moderate eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis. It is designed to reduce the skin inflammation, redness, and intense itching associated with this chronic condition. This non-steroidal ointment is suitable for adults and children as young as 3 months of age.

To get the best results, you should apply Ezemax Ointment consistently twice every day, exactly as directed by your healthcare provider. Since this is a skin ointment applied directly to the body, there are no food restrictions associated with its use. Incorporating gentle skincare habits, such as taking lukewarm baths and keeping the skin hydrated, can also support your treatment outcomes.

While using Ezemax Ointment, some people may experience mild, temporary stinging, burning, or pain where the medicine is applied. These localized symptoms are common and usually improve after a few days of consistent use. If you experience severe burning, swelling, or signs of a serious skin reaction, stop applying the ointment and consult your doctor immediately.

Before starting Ezemax Ointment, talk to your doctor about your complete medical history, especially if you have highly sensitive skin or a history of allergic reactions to topical products. You should not use this medicine if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in the ointment.

Although skin medications rarely interact with oral drugs, alcohol, or smoking, tell your healthcare provider about all treatments you currently use. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a family, consult your doctor to ensure this product is safe for you.

Uses of Ezemax Ointment

This medicine is used to treat mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema) by reducing skin inflammation and relieving associated symptoms. The detailed uses of this medicine are as follows:

  • Atopic dermatitis (eczema): Ezemax Ointment helps reduce skin inflammation, relieving redness, swelling, dryness, and itching associated with mild-to-moderate eczema. It also supports healing of the affected skin and helps improve overall skin comfort.

Key Benefits

Ezemax Ointment helps relieve the signs and symptoms of mild-to-moderate eczema while supporting the skin's natural healing process. Its benefits include:

  • Helps reduce skin inflammation, relieving redness, swelling, and irritation associated with eczema.
  • Relieves persistent itching, helping reduce the urge to scratch and minimizing further skin damage.
  • Supports repair of the skin barrier, improving skin texture and reducing dryness and scaling over time.
  • Is a non-steroidal treatment, making it a suitable option for long-term management when used as prescribed.
  • Helps improve daily comfort and promotes better sleep by reducing itching and skin discomfort.

 

Side effects of Ezemax Ointment 10 gm
Here are the few steps for dealing with itching caused by drug use:
  • Report the itching to your doctor immediately; they may need to change your medication or dosage.
  • Use a cool, damp cloth on the itchy area to help soothe and calm the skin, reducing itching and inflammation.
  • Keep your skin hydrated and healthy with gentle, fragrance-free moisturizers.
  • Try not to scratch, as this can worsen the itching and irritate your skin.
  • If your doctor prescribes, you can take oral medications or apply topical creams or ointments to help relieve itching.
  • Track your itching symptoms and follow your doctor's guidance to adjust your treatment plan if needed. If the itching persists, consult your doctor for further advice.
  • Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
  • Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
  • Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
  • Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
Managing Medication-Related Skin Allergies: A Step-by-Step Guide
  • If you experience signs of skin allergies such as redness, itching, or irritation after taking medication, contact your doctor right away.
  • To alleviate skin allergy symptoms, your doctor may change your medication regimen or offer tailored medication management advice.
  • Your doctor may recommend or prescribe drugs to relieve discomfort.
  • Cool compresses or calamine lotion can help relieve redness and itching on the afflicted skin area.
  • Staying hydrated by consuming plenty of water can help relieve discomfort.
  • Monitor your skin condition closely and promptly report any changes, worsening symptoms, or concerns to your healthcare provider.
  • Change positions or take a break from activity to relieve symptoms, as stinging can disturb your regular patterns.
  • Avoid postures that put much pressure on the body area where stinging is felt.
  • If you have a vitamin deficiency, take supplements or change your diet.
  • Exercise regularly to improve inner strength.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions to prevent stinging.
  • Massage the affected area gently to get temporary relief.
  • Burning sensation is an abnormal side effect that needs medical attention. To relieve the burning feeling, your doctor may prescribe painkillers or antidepressants.
  • Focused exercises can improve strength and reduce burning by soothing muscles.
  • Change in lifestyle and improving nutrition can reduce the causes of burning sensation and provide relief.
  • Your doctor may suggest nerve block injections as it is related to sensation in the skin.
  • Burning feeling in a specific area would need mild electrical currents to reduce pain that targets the nerve affected. This practice must be done only if your doctor mentions it.
Managing Medication-Triggered Erythema (Redness of the Skin or Skin redness): A Step-by-Step Guide:
  • Consult your doctor if you experience skin redness, itching, or irritation after taking medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication or providing guidance on managing your erythema symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend or prescribe certain medications to help alleviate symptoms.
  • Apply cool compresses or calamine lotion to the affected skin area to reduce redness and itching.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to help alleviate symptoms and keep your skin hydrated.
  • Monitor your skin condition closely and promptly report any changes, worsening symptoms, or concerns to your healthcare provider.
  • Apply moisturizer immediately after showering or bathing.
  • Use a moisturizer containing lanolin, petroleum jelly, glycerine, hyaluronic acid or jojoba oil.
  • Do not use hot water for bathing. Instead use warm water and limit showers and bath to 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Apply a sunscreen with SPF-30 or higher.
  • Avoid harsh soaps, detergents and perfumes.
  • Do not scratch or rub the skin.
  • Drink adequate water to prevent dehydration.
  • Wear pants, full sleeves and a wide-brimmed hat while going out in the sun.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication, to ensure the safety.
  • Take a small amount and apply it as a thin layer to the clean and dry affected area.
  • Avoid contact with the nose, mouth, or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly.
  • It is only for external use.

How Ezemax Ointment Works

Under normal conditions, your skin cells use specific enzymes to regulate inflammation. In people with eczema, an enzyme called phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4) is often overactive. This overactivity leads to the excessive production of inflammatory proteins, which causes the red, itchy, and swollen patches characteristic of eczema. Ezemax Ointment works by directly blocking the PDE4 enzyme inside the skin cells. By turning down the activity of this enzyme, the medicine helps restore balance, reducing the production of inflammatory signals. This localized action calms the immune response in the skin without affecting the rest of your body the way oral medications might.Under normal conditions, your skin cells use specific enzymes to regulate inflammation. In people with eczema, an enzyme called phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4) is often overactive. This overactivity leads to the excessive production of inflammatory proteins, which causes the red, itchy, and swollen patches characteristic of eczema. Ezemax Ointment works by directly blocking the PDE4 enzyme inside the skin cells. By turning down the activity of this enzyme, the medicine helps restore balance, reducing the production of inflammatory signals. This localized action calms the immune response in the skin without affecting the rest of your body the way oral medications might.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

No interaction was found. Please consult your doctor before using Ezemax Ointment.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Ezemax Ointment.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before using Ezemax Ointment. However, it is advised not to use Ezemax Ointment on breasts before breastfeeding your baby.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Ezemax Ointment has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before using Ezemax Ointment.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before using Ezemax Ointment.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Ezemax Ointment can be used in children above three years under the doctor's supervision. Your doctor will decide the dosage based on the child's age and weight.

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Heart

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of heart disease, inform your doctor before using Ezemax Ointment.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding the use of Ezemax Ointment in elderly patients.

What if I have taken an overdose of Ezemax Ointment

Because Ezemax Ointment is a topical ointment, an overdose from skin application is highly unlikely. However, if the medicine is accidentally swallowed, or if you suspect someone has ingested it, seek immediate medical attention or call your local poison control center right away.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Moisturize regularly: Apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer to your entire body within three minutes of bathing to lock in moisture.
  • Take lukewarm baths: Avoid hot water, which can strip natural oils from your skin and worsen eczema symptoms. Limit baths or showers to 10-15 minutes.
  • Use gentle cleansers: Avoid harsh, scented soaps, detergents, and fabric softeners that can irritate sensitive skin.
  • Wear skin-friendly fabrics: Choose loose-fitting clothing made of soft, breathable fabrics like cotton, and avoid scratchy materials like wool.
  • Identify skin triggers: Keep a journal to identify and avoid everyday triggers, such as certain foods, pet dander, or dust mites, that make your eczema flare up.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Ezemax Ointment to start to work: Ezemax Ointment ideally shows its action within few hours after application. The time for which the effects of Ezemax Ointment last: The duration of action for Ezemax Ointment is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Ezemax Ointment

If you forget to apply a dose, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not apply extra ointment or double the amount to make up for a missed application.

Storage

• Store Ezemax Ointment at room temperature, ideally between 20°C and 25°C (68°F to 77°F).

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect the ointment before use: Check the ointment tube before each use. Do not use the product if the protective seal is broken, missing, or the ointment appears contaminated.
  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes: Keep the ointment away from your eyes, nose, mouth, and other mucous membranes. If accidental contact occurs, rinse the affected area thoroughly with cool water.
  • Do not cover the treated area unless advised: Do not apply tight, airtight bandages or plastic wraps over the treated skin unless your doctor specifically instructs you to do so.
  • Monitor your skin's response: Watch for any worsening of eczema, increased irritation, or lack of improvement after several weeks of regular use, and consult your healthcare provider if these occur.
  • Wash your hands after application: Wash your hands thoroughly after applying the ointment, unless your hands are the treated area, to avoid accidentally transferring the medicine to sensitive parts of your body.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other topical skin products: Applying other prescription or over-the-counter creams, ointments, or cosmetic products to the same skin area at the same time as Ezemax Ointment may interfere with how well it is absorbed. It is best to wait at least 30 minutes between applying Ezemax Ointment and any other skin product.
     
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Ezemax Ointment when used as directed.
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Therapeutic Class

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FAQs

Ezemax Ointment is used to treat Eczema and dermatitis.
It works by inhibiting the chemical substances responsible for causing pain and inflammation.
Your doctor will suggest the duration of use. However, If you notice no improvement after seven days, stop using Ezemax Ointment and consult your doctor.
No, Ezemax Ointment is a non-steroidal topical ointment. It works differently than topical steroids to reduce skin inflammation, making it a suitable alternative for patients seeking steroid-free eczema management. Talk to your doctor to see if this is right for you.
Yes, Ezemax Ointment can be applied to sensitive areas like the face, neck, and eyelids, provided you take extreme care to avoid getting the product directly into your eyes, nose, or mouth. Talk to your doctor for specific application advice on these areas.
Ezemax Ointment is approved for use in adults and pediatric patients who are at least 3 months of age. Do not use this ointment on infants younger than 3 months. Talk to your pediatrician for guidance on treating your child's eczema.
A mild burning or stinging sensation is a common side effect, especially during the first few days of starting treatment. This sensation usually subsides as your skin adjusts. If the burning is severe or does not improve, stop using the ointment and talk to your doctor.
Yes, but you should wait until the ointment has fully absorbed into your skin before applying cosmetics, sunscreens, or other moisturizers. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the correct sequence of products for your skincare routine.
Ezemax Ointment is designed for continuous or intermittent long-term use as directed by your healthcare provider. Your doctor will monitor your skin's progress periodically to ensure it remains safe and effective for you. Talk to your doctor about your treatment plan.
Ezemax Ointment is specifically approved and formulated to treat mild-to-moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema). It should not be used to treat other skin conditions unless specifically prescribed by your doctor. Talk to your doctor for an accurate diagnosis.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
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