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Diprobate G Plus Cream

Manufactured bySUN PHARMA LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsBetamethasone (0.05 %w/w) + Gentamicin (0.1 %w/w) + Zinc sulfate (0.5 %w/w)
Description
Diprobate G Plus Cream is a combination of Betamethasone, Gentamicin, and Zinc Sulfate. It is a topical medicine used in the treatment of skin conditions such as Eczema and Psoriasis that have become infected by bacteria. This medicine prevents the release of substances that causes skin swelling, redness, and itching. It also stops the growth of infection-causing bacteria. Diprobate G Plus Cream shows side effects like burning sensation, itching, dryness, and skin rash at the application site. However, these side effects are rare and may subside by themselves. If they continue to bother, consult your doctor. Diprobate G Plus Cream is for external use only. Wash and dry the affected area before application. Use it regularly as directed by your doctor. Do not apply more than the required quantity. Avoid using on genitals and rectal areas of your body. Avoid applying this medicine to other areas of the body and to other skin conditions. Your skin condition will improve in two to four weeks of application. If you do not see any improvement, consult your doctor. Diprobate G Plus Cream is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below one year of age. Children below 12 years of age should not use this medicine for more than five days.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Diprobate G Plus Cream

  • Burning sensation at the application site
  • Itching
  • Dryness of the skin
  • Change of colour of skin
  • Redness of skin

Uses of Diprobate G Plus Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Steroid responsive skin infections
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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 Diprobate G Plus Cream to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Diprobate G Plus Cream remains active in the 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?
    Habit-forming tendency has not been reported for Diprobate G Plus Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    There are no data available on the use of Diprobate G Plus Cream in pregnant women. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    The safe use of Diprobate G Plus Cream is not established for breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid using Diprobate G Plus Cream if your allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergy to this medication. If you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching, blisters, swelling, hives, etc. inform your doctor and seek medical attention immediately.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

There are no data available on the use of Diprobate G Plus Cream in pregnant women. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

The safe use of Diprobate G Plus Cream is not established for breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Chronic use

Avoid using Diprobate G Plus Cream for more than two week unless directed by your doctor.

External use only

Diprobate G Plus Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds as it leads to undesired effects.

Allergic Reaction

Diprobate G Plus Cream has the potential of causing moderate to severe allergic reactions in your body. Any incident indicative of allergic reactions should be reported to your doctor in the first instance.

Other medicines

Use Diprobate G Plus Cream with caution if you are currently using any other topical medicines for other skin problems. They may interact with each other and cause side effects. Hence, inform your doctor before starting the treatment.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Diprobate G Plus Cream 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 Diprobate G Plus Cream may cause mild side effects. However, the 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

Hyperadrenocorticism

Hyperadrenocorticism is a condition caused due to excess cortisol hormone levels in your body. Use Diprobate G Plus Cream with caution in such condition. If this medicine is absorbed into your body, it may worsen your condition. This may depend on the concentration of the medicine, the size of the application area, treatment duration, and use of dressings. Avoid the use of this medicine for a prolonged period.
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 Diprobate G Plus Cream to the affected areas of your skin as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Avoid applying Diprobate G Plus Cream in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, nostrils, and broken skin. Avoid applying on the genitals (vagina and penis) and rectal (anus) areas of your body. Avoid covering the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Diprobate G Plus Cream is a combination of Betamethasone, Gentamicin and Zinc Sulfate. Betamethasone works by decreasing the release of certain substances that cause swelling and irritation in the skin. Gentamicin works by inhibiting bacterial growth and prevent infections. Zinc sulfate works by soothing your skin, preventing skin irritation, and helping in the healing process.
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Classification

Category

Topical Corticosteroids, Topical antibiotics, Topical Astringent

Schedule

Schedule H

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Betamethasone | C22H29FO5 - PubChem [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 27 April 2017]. Available from:

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/9782

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https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/ZINC-sulfate

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