Amcinonide Cream: Uses, indications and cautions when using

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Eczema or atopic dermatitis are quite common skin diseases, especially in hot and humid climates like Vietnam. There are many treatments for atopic dermatitis, including Amcinonide Cream. So what is Amcinonide Cream and how is it used?

1. What is Amcinonide Cream?

Amcinonide Cream is used to treat eczema and other dermatological problems (e.g. eczema, dermatitis, allergies or rashes). Amcinonide is effective in reducing swelling, itching, and redness that occurs in these conditions. Amcinonide Cream is a powerful corticosteroid anti-inflammatory drug.

2.How to use Amcinonide Cream

Amcinonide Cream is an eczema medicine (or atopic dermatitis medicine) used by applying it to the skin. However, patients should be careful not to apply the medicine to certain areas of the skin such as the face, groin or armpits without the guidance of a doctor.
First, the patient needs to clean and dry their hands. Before applying Amcinonide, it is necessary to wash and dry the affected skin. For Amcinonide lotion, shake the bottle well before use. Apply a thin film of medicine to the affected skin area and rub it gently, usually 2-3 times a day or as directed by a doctor.

Do not cover, bandage or wrap the applied skin unless directed to do so by your doctor. If Amcinonide Cream is applied to the diaper area of ​​a young child, do not use diapers or tight pants.
After applying Amcinonide Cream Amcinonide, the patient needs to wash their hands, except in the case of treatment on the skin of the hands. Avoid getting Amcinonide Cream in your eyes because it can aggravate or cause glaucoma.
Besides, do not let the medicine get into the nose or mouth. If careless to get the medicine in these places, wash it several times with clean water. Patients only use Amcinonide Cream when prescribed by a doctor and absolutely do not use the drug for longer than prescribed.

3.Amcinonide Cream side effects

Common side effects such as: burning, itching, irritation or dryness of the skin at the application site, this effect is very common when using Amcinonide for the first time. Usually, these conditions go away after a few days as the body adapts to the medication. If any of the above symptoms persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Contact your prescribing doctor immediately if side effects are minimal. Common but serious occurrences include stretch marks, thinning of the skin, darkening of the skin, acne breakouts, excessive hair growth, or folliculitis.
In addition, the patient should also talk to the doctor if the patient's redness, swelling or irritation does not improve.
Amcinonide Cream is rarely absorbed into the bloodstream through topical application. If the drug is absorbed into the bloodstream, side effects from corticosteroid abuse may arise. These side effects are more likely to occur in children and patients who have used Amcinonide Cream for a long time or applied to large areas of the skin.

Recognize the signs and immediately notify the healthcare provider of undesirable effects such as: fatigue, weight loss, headache, swelling in the ankles or feet, increased thirst and urination, vision changes.
Amcinonide Cream very rarely causes very serious allergic reactions in patients. If the patient notices other undesirable effects not listed above, contact the doctor or pharmacist for treatment.

4.Measures to prevent side effects of Amcinonide Cream

Take the patient's allergy history before taking Amcinonide (history of allergy to drugs containing Amcinonide active ingredient or other corticosteroids (hydrocortisone, prednisone...) or other allergic conditions. Amcinonide eczema medicine, patients need to tell their doctor about their previous medical history, especially poor blood circulation, abnormal disorders of the immune system.Do not use Amcinonide Cream for areas of skin that are infected or sores
Using Amcinonide for a long time or over a large area of ​​skin can make it difficult for the body to respond to a severe physical stress (rarely). For patients requiring surgery or emergency treatment for certain conditions or serious trauma, the physician needs to know the patient's history of prolonged use of Amcinonide within the past few months.
No evidence yet. sure, but Amcinonide Cream may temporarily slow a child's physical development if use for a long time. Therefore, it is necessary to visit the doctor regularly and check the child's height if the child has to use this eczema medicine for a long time.

During pregnancy, Amcinonide Cream should only be used in special cases and must be discussed carefully with the treating doctor about the benefits and harms to the pregnant woman.
It is not certain whether Amcinonide applied topically passes into breast milk or not, but similar oral drugs can pass into breast milk, so to ensure the health of nursing infants, mothers should consult. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

5.Amcinonide Cream drug interactions

The treating physician may already be aware of possible drug interactions when using Amcinonide Cream and has a plan to monitor the patient. Therefore, you should not start, stop, or change your dose of Amcinonide without consulting your doctor.
Before treating eczema with Amcinonide Cream, discuss any medications you are taking with your healthcare provider, especially: oral corticosteroids (such as prednisone), immunosuppressants (such as cyclosporine).
Amcinonide Cream can be harmful if swallowed carelessly. If the patient overdoses and has serious symptoms such as fainting or difficulty breathing, call 911 as soon as possible.
Amcinonide is prescribed only for the patient's current condition. Do not self-medicate to treat other skin problems unless directed by your doctor.
Certain tests (such as adrenal function tests) may need to be performed periodically to monitor the patient's condition or check for side effects, especially for someone who must take Amcinonide. for a long time or prescribed to be applied to large areas of the body.

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Reference source: webmd.com