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Atonide Gel

Manufactured byCURATIO HEALTHCARE PVT LTD.
ContainsDesonide
Description
Atonide Gel is a topical medicine that consists of Desonide. It is used to treat mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (a skin condition that causes red and itchy skin). Atonide Gel works by blocking the action of certain substances that cause swelling, redness, and itching. Atonide Gel may cause some side effects such as stinging, burning sensation, itching, irritation, dryness, or redness at the site of application. These side effects are usually mild and may subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Atonide Gel is meant for external use only. Use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, mouth, and open wounds. Wash thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact. Do not apply more than the prescribed quantity of this medicine. Atonide Gel may not be suitable for everyone. Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma (an eye condition with abnormally high pressure inside the eye that may eventually lead to blindness) or active viral, bacterial, or fungal skin infections before starting the treatment with this medicine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Atonide Gel

  • Burning and stinging
  • Itching, redness or irritation at application site
  • Change in skin colour
  • Irritation
  • Acne

Uses of Atonide Gel

What is it prescribed for?

  • Atopic dermatitis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Atonide Gel to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Atonide Gel remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Atonide Gel.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Atonide Gel is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Atonide Gel is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Atonide Gel if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Atonide Gel is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Atonide Gel is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Other medicines

Atonide Gel may interact with other topical medicines and cause side effects. Hence, inform the doctor if you are using any other topical medicines before beginning treatment with this medicine.

For external use only

Atonide Gel is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, wounds, or broken skin.

Use in children

It is not recommended to use Atonide Gel in children below three months of age as the safety and efficacy data for this age group is not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Atonide Gel as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Atonide Gel is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large amounts. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Infections

Atonide Gel is not recommended for use if you have bacterial, viral, or fungal skin infections. This medicine is not effective in treating such conditions. Hence, inform your doctor if you have an active skin infection or develop an infection during treatment with this medicine.

Hyperadrenocorticism

Hyperadrenocorticism is a condition caused due to excess cortisol hormone levels in your body. Atonide Gel should be used with caution as it may cause or aggravate hyperadrenocorticism if this medicine gets absorbed into your body. It may depend on the concentration of the medication, the size of the application area, treatment duration, and use of dressings. Hence, avoid the use of this medicine for a prolonged period.

Ocular Toxicities

Rarely, prolonged use of Atonide Gel may increase the intraocular pressure (fluid pressure inside the eye) and cause glaucoma (a condition where the pressure within the eyeballs is abnormally high that can damage the optic nerve and lead to loss of vision). Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have a history of glaucoma or increased intraocular pressure.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply a thin layer of Atonide Gel to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Avoid covering the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or become worse after four weeks of use.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Atonide Gel works by blocking the action of chemical substances that cause swelling, redness, and itching
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical steroids

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 12 Apr 2022

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