Sicorten

Sicorten0.05%

Type:5gm tube

Generic Name:Halometasone

Manufacturer:Novartis (Bangladesh) Ltd.

Price:77.00

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Indication

Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Adult Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses Adult: Apply as a 0.05% cream or ointment on affected areas.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity. Not to be applied with an occlusive dressing and to large areas of the body. Rosaceae, leg ulcers, long-term topical treatment esp in child.

Mode of Action

Halometasone is a topical corticosteroid with glucocorticoid activity. It exhibits anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects by inhibiting the release of various cytokines.

Precaution

Risk of systemic absorption when applied to large areas, broken skin or under occlusive dressings.

Side Effect

Bone disorders; muscle fractures; muscle wasting; Na depletion; hyperglycaemia; impaired tissue repair; susceptibility to infections; menstrual irregularities; hyperhydrosis; skin thinning. Potentially Fatal: Hypersensitivity reactions.

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