Dermovate Ointment belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to treat various skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, and allergies. It works by reducing swelling, redness, and itchiness of the skin and prevents further irritation.

Dermovate Ointment is meant for external use and is to be used only as advised by your doctor. Wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with plenty of water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.

Using the medicine may cause skin thinning, burning sensation, irritation, redness, and swelling at the site of application. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. Dermovate Ointment is not recommended to be used in children. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Dermovate Ointment

Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Benefits of Dermovate Ointment

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Dermovate Ointment is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as eczema and dermatitis. It works by reducing the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. In treating eczema and dermatitis, it reduces the redness, rash, pain, or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes.
You should always use the cream or ointment as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

Side effects of Dermovate 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 Dermovate

Skin atrophy
Telangiectasia
Skin irritation
Dry skin

How to use Dermovate 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 Dermovate Ointment works

Dermovate Ointment is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dermovate Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dermovate Ointment is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Dermovate Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Dermovate 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Dermovate Ointment is used to treat redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions.
It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
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 infected you should stop using Dermovate Ointment and consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after four weeks of treatment. Do not use it for more than 4 consecutive weeks at a time.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

I have eczema on my both legs. I am already use all type or dermovate oinment. I also consume fluconazole 150 mg tablet once in a week. but there is no result in my eczema. kindly prescribe me the best oinment for my eczema.

Dr. Banashree Majumdar

Dermatology

If you don't mind, I need to check your lesions before prescribing any medications, post a high quality image of the lesion with a good resolution.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps.

User feedback

What are you using Dermovate Ointment for?

Eczema

24%

Psoriasis

22%

Others

22%

Skin disorder*

16%

Dermatitis

11%

*Skin disorders

How much was the improvement?

Average

49%

Excellent

42%

Poor

What were the side-effects while using Dermovate Ointment?

No Side Effec*

73%

Application s*

18%

Thinning of s*

*No Side Effect, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Thinning of skin

How do you take Dermovate Ointment?

With or witho*

60%

Empty stomach

20%

With food

20%

*With or without food

Please rate Dermovate Ointment on price

Expensive

43%

Average

33%

Not Expensive

23%

FAQs

Can Dermovate Ointment be used for a long time?

No, Dermovate Ointment should not be used for a long time. The doctor generally prescribes it for 2 consecutive weeks only. However, the treatment can be longer for chronic (long-term) inflammatory conditions. Consult your physician before using this medication.

Does Dermovate Ointment cause severe skin reactions?

Severe skin reactions are quite rare with Dermovate Ointment. Dermovate Ointment 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 Dermovate Ointment. It is important to leave the affected area open after applying Dermovate Ointment 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.

Can Dermovate Ointment be used on the face?

No, Dermovate Ointment should not be used on the face. In addition to this, Dermovate Ointment should also not be used on the axillae (armpits), groin, and if there is atrophy (wasting away of tissues) at the treatment site. In certain circumstances, it can be exceptionally considered to be used by doctors. It should be used only after consultation with your physician and if possible, the application on the face should be limited to a maximum of 5 days.

Can Dermovate Ointment be applied to children?

Dermovate Ointment is not recommended for use in children less than 1 year of age. It is also not recommended for use in older children and adolescents as the side effects are more common in them. In the pediatric population, there is an increased risk of suppression of the immune system which may make the child prone to other diseases and atrophic changes, hence it is not recommended. Still, 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.

Can we use Dermovate Ointment in infections?

Dermovate Ointment is not an antimicrobial or antifungal agent. It is a steroid medication. It should not be used in infections as being a corticosteroid, it suppresses the immune system and increases the risk of infections. Bacterial infections are prone to worsen if the infection is covered with a dressing after using Dermovate Ointment. 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 Dermovate Ointment and provide appropriate antimicrobial therapy.

Can I stop taking Dermovate Ointment when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Dermovate Ointment and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before your treatment is complete. Stopping Dermovate Ointment before your treatment is completed can bring back your symptoms.

Does Dermovate Ointment cause dangerous skin reactions?

Local skin reactions are quite rare with Dermovate Ointment. 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 Dermovate Ointment. It is important to leave the affected area open after applying Dermovate Ointment 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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