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Niosol-F Cream

Manufactured byKLM LABORATORIES PVT LTD
ContainsClobetasol (0.05 %w/w) + Fusidic acid (2 %w/w)
Description
Niosol-F Cream is a combination of Clobetasol and Fusidic Acid. It is used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria. Niosol-F Cream works by killing the bacteria and thus helps in preventing the spread of infection. It helps to decrease symptoms like redness, swelling, and itching due to various skin conditions. Niosol-F Cream may rarely cause side effects like burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. These side effects usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Avoid using this cream if you are allergic to it. Do not touch or scratch the affected area as it may cause the infection to spread. Niosol-F Cream is a prescription medicine and should be used only upon doctor's advice. Wash and dry the affected areas before application. Apply a thin layer of Niosol-F Cream to the affected areas 1-2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water. Niosol-F Cream is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Niosol-F Cream. It may take several weeks for this medicine to improve your condition. Hence, do not stop using it without consulting your doctor.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Niosol-F Cream

  • Burning sensation at the application site
  • Dry skin
  • Redness of skin
  • Skin rash and itching

Uses of Niosol-F Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Eczema
  • Psoriasis
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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 Niosol-F Cream to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Niosol-F Cream remains active in the body 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 tendencies were reported for Niosol-F Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Due to lack the lack of safety information, consult your doctor before using Niosol-F Cream if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Niosol-F Cream passes into breastmilk. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding. Avoid applying this medicine to breast areas (nipple) that may come into contact with your baby.

Allergy

Avoid using Niosol-F Cream if you are allergic to it. Seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to lack the lack of safety information, consult your doctor before using Niosol-F Cream if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Niosol-F Cream passes into breastmilk. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding. Avoid applying this medicine to breast areas (nipple) that may come into contact with your baby.
General warnings

Long-term use

Niosol-F Cream is recommended for short-term use only (two weeks, or up to four weeks for scalp psoriasis). Long-term use of this medicine may increase the risk of severe side effects. Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or become worse even after two weeks of using this medicine.

External use

Niosol-F Cream is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds. Wash thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact.

Other medicines

Niosol-F Cream may interact with other medicines meant for topical use. Inform your doctor about all the topical preparations (ointment/lotion/gel/cream) that you may have been using to avoid undesired effects.

Use in children

Niosol-F Cream is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not available.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Niosol-F Cream as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply two doses together to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Niosol-F Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms. 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

Hyperadrenocorticism

Hyperadrenocorticism is a condition that occurs due to high levels of cortisol (a chemical substance that helps your body respond to stress, regulate blood sugar, and fight infections) in the body. Niosol-F Cream should be used with caution as it may cause or worsen hyperadrenocorticism, in some cases.

Ocular Toxicities

Rarely, Niosol-F Cream may increase the intraocular pressure (pressure inside the eyes) 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). Inform your doctor if you experience any vision problems.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Niosol-F Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, nose, and ears. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water. Apply a thin layer of Niosol-F Cream to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. It may take several days to see the effects of Niosol-F Cream. Hence use this medicine for the recommended duration. Avoid scratching or pricking the affected area as it can worsen the infection. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Do not freeze the medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Niosol-F Cream is a combination of Clobetasol and Fusidic Acid. Clobetasol is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of prostaglandin (a chemical messenger) that makes the skin red, swollen, and itchy. Fusidic acid is an antibiotic that blocks protein synthesis in bacteria, which helps to stop the growth of bacteria.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Topical steroids, Topical antibiotics

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a686008.html

Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. DailyMed - CLOBETASOL PROPIONATE- clobetasol propionate cream. [online] Available at: [Accessed 27 September 2021].

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=a188664a-8fa1-479f-9493-0da4a6c592f7

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Fusidic acid 20mg/g cream - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: [Accessed 27 September 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/29284
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Information on this page was last updated on 18 Oct 2022

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