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Article written by Pharmacist Pham Thi Kim Dung - Faculty of Pharmacy - Vinmec Times City International Hospital
Eumovate contains Clobetasone 17-butyrate, which is a moderately potent topical corticosteroid used in adults, the elderly, children and infants. So how long should Eumovate be used?
1. Uses and indications for using Eumovate
Eumovate contains Clobetasone 17-butyrate, which is a moderately potent topical corticosteroid used in adults, the elderly, children and infants.With the above use, Eumovate cream is indicated to relieve symptoms of inflammation and itching of skin diseases including:
Atopic dermatitis (eczema) Allergic or irritant contact dermatitis Seborrheic dermatitis diapers Light contact dermatitis otitis externa pruritic papules Insect sting reactions
2. Instructions for use and dosage of topical eumovate
With atopic dermatitis (Eczema), the patient needs to apply a thin layer and rub it lightly enough to completely cover the affected area 1-2 times a day until the condition improves. Then, reduce the number of uses or switch to a less potent drug treatment. After each medication, you give the medicine enough time to absorb into the skin before taking another medicine.
3. Notes when using and side effects when taking Eumovate
3.1. Precautions while using Eumovate
If in the course of treatment, the same moisturizer should be applied, the moisturizer should be applied first. After 10-15 minutes, the skin has absorbed moisture and softened the skin, then apply Clobetasone. This way the skin will be moisturized without being slippery. If you apply Eumovate near your eyes, be careful not to get it in your eyes, as repeated exposure can lead to cataracts and glaucoma. Unless otherwise directed by your doctor, the area after application should not be covered with a bandage to avoid increased absorption of steroids and an increased risk of side effects. In addition, after treatment with Clobetasone, the patient should use a daily moisturizer to prevent recurrence.
Thận trọng khi dùng thuốc eumovate cream tránh để dây vào mắt
3.2. Possible side effects when using eumovate topical
Some possible side effects when using eumovate topical are:
A burning, stinging sensation in the applied area. However, the feeling may go away on its own after a few days of taking the medicine. Thin skin, permanent stretch marks or cause allergic contact dermatitis, acne, increased hair growth in the applied skin, usually only appear when used for a long time. Steroids absorb into the skin and cause side effects, usually only when applied over large areas of skin for long periods of time.
4. How long should Eumovate be used?
Patients should use Eumovate according to the doctor's instructions. The general rule of thumb when using skin cream is to use it until the skin is completely healed. The usual course of 7-14 days is enough. If your symptoms do not improve or get worse, then you should see your doctor for further examination.
For critically ill patients who have been examined, it can be used for up to 4 weeks in an alternating course of treatment with other topical steroids.
Eumovate (Clobetasone butyrate of NSX GSK - UK) can be purchased at the Vinmec Times City International General Hospital Pharmacy without a prescription and under the advice of a Doctor, Consultant Pharmacist.
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References
Manufacturer Information, Update, Patient.info
