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Betamethasone + Gentamicin + Tolnaftate + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) + Chlorocresol
INFORMATION ABOUT BETAMETHASONE + GENTAMICIN + TOLNAFTATE + CLIOQUINOL (IODOCHLORHYDROXYQUIN) + CHLOROCRESOL
Betamethasone + Gentamicin + Tolnaftate + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) + Chlorocresol Uses
Betamethasone+Gentamicin+Tolnaftate+Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)+Chlorocresol is used in the treatment of skin infections.
How Betamethasone + Gentamicin + Tolnaftate + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) + Chlorocresol works
Betamethasone + Gentamicin + Tolnaftate + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) + Chlorocresol is a combination of four medicines: Betamethasone , Gentamicin , Tolnaftate and Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) which treat skin infections. Betamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Gentamicin is an antibiotic which kills bacteria by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Tolnaftate is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi by preventing them from forming their own protective covering. Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) is an antibiotic with additional antifungal action. It works by preventing the growth and multiplication of the both bacteria and fungi.
Common side effects of Betamethasone + Gentamicin + Tolnaftate + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) + Chlorocresol
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Itching, Irritation, Erythema (skin redness), Burning sensation at the site of application
CONTENT DETAILS
Written By
Dr. Dheeraj Kumar Sharma
PhD, M.Pharm
Reviewed By
Dr. Lalit Kanodia
MBA, MD Pharmacology
Last updated
18 Feb 2020 | 11:53 AM (UTC)
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Frequently asked questions for Betamethasone + Gentamicin + Tolnaftate + Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin) + Chlorocresol
Follow the directions given by the doctor or on the medication. Apply the medicine thinly and in sufficient quantity to cover the affected area. Wash your hands after using Betamethasone+Gentamicin+Tolnaftate+Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)+Chlorocresol, unless it is used for treating skin infections on the hands.
Yes, Betamethasone+Gentamicin+Tolnaftate+Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)+Chlorocresol is safe when used according to your doctor's advice and for a limited duration of time (1-2 weeks). However, in some patients, it may cause some unwanted side effects like transient burning, itching, and irritation at the application site. It may also cause other uncommon or rare side effects. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any persistent problem due to the medication.
No, do not stop taking Betamethasone+Gentamicin+Tolnaftate+Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)+Chlorocresol and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the skin infection is completely cured.
Betamethasone+Gentamicin+Tolnaftate+Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin)+Chlorocresol should not be used on the face. Do not use the medication for longer than the advised periods of time. Do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated, as this will increase absorption of the preparation and increase the risk of side effects. This medicine should only be used by the patient and never be given to other people even if their condition appears to be the same.
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.