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Dermavate MF Cream

Manufactured byBIODYNE REMEDIES PVT LTD
ContainsBetamethasone (0.05 %w/w) + Salicylic Acid (3 %w/w) + Lactic Acid (3 %w/w) + Urea (10 %w/w)
Description
Dermavate MF Cream is a prescription medicine containing Betamethasone, Salicylic acid, Lactic acid, and Urea. It is used in the treatment of skin infections like eczema (dry and itchy skin), psoriasis (a skin disorder that causes red, itchy, and scaly patches) or dermatitis (irritation of the skin). Your doctor may prescribe this medicine for other skin conditions which are not mentioned above. This medicine works by blocking certain chemicals in your body that cause swelling, itching, and irritation. It also removes the dead skin cells and promotes healing. Dermavate MF Cream may cause side effects like burning sensation, itching, irritation, swelling, etc., at the site of application. These side effects usually subside by themselves when your skin adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if any of these effects persists or bothers you. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Dermavate MF Cream is a topical preparation. It should be applied as directed by your doctor. Wash and dry the affected area before application. Do not apply more than the prescribed quantity of the medicine. This cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, ears, nose, mouth and open wounds. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water. Dermavate MF Cream is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are using any other topical medication before starting treatment with this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before using this cream.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Dermavate MF Cream

  • Burning sensation
  • Skin irritation
  • Itching of skin
  • Redness of skin
  • Change in color and texture of the skin
  • Skin rash

Uses of Dermavate MF Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Eczema
  • Psoriasis
  • 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 Dermavate MF Cream to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Dermavate MF Cream remains active is not known.
  • 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 tendency has been reported for Dermavate MF Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using Dermavate MF Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before applying Dermavate MF Cream.

Allergy

Avoid using Dermavate MF Cream if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching on the skin, hives (a skin rash triggered by a reaction to food or medicine).
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using Dermavate MF Cream.

Breast-feeding

Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before applying Dermavate MF Cream.
General warnings

External use only

Dermavate MF Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, mucous membranes, cuts, or open wounds. Wash immediately with water in case of accidental contact.

Other medicines

Dermavate MF Cream may interact with other topical medicines and increase the risk of side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines before beginning treatment with this cream.

Use in children

Dermavate MF Cream is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Missed Dose

If you forget to apply a dose of Dermavate MF Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply two doses at a time to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

An overdose of Dermavate MF Creamis not likely to cause severe symptoms unless applied for a prolonged time in large volumes. However, ingestion of this medicine may harm you 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

Disease

Information not available.
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.
Dermavate MF Cream is used for treating skin infections. Apply a thin layer of Dermavate MF Cream to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Avoid applying 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 symptoms do not improve or resolve after two 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
Dermavate MF Cream is a combination of Betamethasone, salicylic acid, lactic acid, and urea. Betamethasone works by blocking certain chemical substances and activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching. Lactic acid is a keratolytic agent that breaks down keratin clumps, removes dead skin cells, and softens the skin. Salicylic acid works by softening and loosening the dry, scaly, or thickened skin. Thus, it causes shedding of the outer layer of your skin. Urea works by breaking down the keratin (a protein in the skin), and thereby softens the skin and provides relief from the symptoms.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Topical keratolytics/soothing agents, Topical Corticosteroids

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 20 Oct 2021

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