Dermanide
Dermanide Products are primarily used for
Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
About Dermanide Products
Uses of Dermanide Products
Desonide is used in treatment of skin conditions with inflammation & itching.
Dermanide Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Dermanide are Rash, Hair follicle inflammation, Itching, Pain, Peripheral edema, Pustular rash, Sweating, Erythema (skin redness), Irritation, Burning sensation.
How Dermanide Products work
Desonide is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies.
Patient Concerns about Dermanide Products
Frequently asked questions about Dermanide Products
Frequently asked questions about Desonide
Q. Is Dermanide Cream safe for babies?
No, Dermanide Cream is not safe for babies. It is a corticosteroid and is not approved to be used in children less than 3 months of age. In babies, the absorption of Dermanide Cream is greater as compared to adults which might lead to systemic absorption (absorbed throughout the body) and effects like Adrenal (glands producing steroids) suppression, symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome, high blood sugar, facial swelling, glycosuria (excretion of glucose in urine), withdrawal (weakness, fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain), and growth retardation in children.
Q. Does Dermanide Cream cause skin irritation?
Yes, Dermanide Cream can cause skin irritation. Though the chances are rare, the irritation can be due to the hypersensitivity of the person towards the medication or any added excipient of the drug. Allergy to corticosteroids may generally appear as inability of the wounds to heal. If symptoms like these appear, then consult your doctor immediately after discontinuing the medicine. The doctor will start appropriate therapy accordingly.
Q. What is Dermanide Cream used for?
It is a steroid which is used on the skin to treat mild or moderate atopic dermatitis in patients aged 3 months or more. It suppresses your immunity and associated inflammation, thereby relieving inflammatory conditions. Long-term usage should be avoided and do consult your physician before the start of therapy or in case of any skin reaction. Also, you must consult your physician in case your symptoms do not improve with the medication.
Q. Is Dermanide Cream available over the counter drug?
No, it is not an over the counter drug. Therefore, you cannot buy this medicine without a prescription. It is a corticosteroid and it suppresses your immunity and also has numerous metabolic side effects hence is not recommended for a long period. Moreover, you should take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can Dermanide Cream be used on the face?
Yes, Dermanide Cream can be applied on the face but with certain precautions. Do not directly apply it on the face. If it is in foam form, dispense it on your hands first and gently massage over the affected areas of the face. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes or other mucous membranes. Wash your hands after use. Use this medicine exactly as advised by the doctor. Do consult your physician before the start of therapy.
Products for Dermanide
Dermanide Cream
tube of 15 gm Cream
MRP
₹132
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