Noxipak medicine: Uses, indications and notes when using

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Noxipak is a prescription drug used to treat skin diseases such as eczema, allergies, dermatitis ... Noxipak medicine works to reduce symptoms of swelling, itching and redness caused by skin problems. .

1. What are the effects of Noxipak?


Noxipak drug with common name is Fluocinolone-urea-silicone, ADH, used to treat skin diseases such as eczema, ezecma, atopic dermatitis ... The drug works to reduce symptoms of swelling, itching and red rashes caused by skin problems. Noxipak is a moderate corticosteroid.

2. How to take Noxipak


Noxipak medicine is prepared as a topical application, but should not be applied to the face, armpit or groin area without a doctor's prescription. Before applying the medicine, clean and dry the affected skin.
Apply and gently apply a thin layer of Noxipak medicine to the damaged skin 3-4 times / day as directed by the doctor. After application, there is no need to bandage or cover the skin if not indicated by your doctor. Infants receiving Noxipak in the groin area should not wear tight or tight diapers.
After applying the medicine, it is necessary to wash your hands thoroughly (except in the case of applying the medicine on the damaged hand skin). In case the doctor has prescribed it to be applied on the face, be careful to avoid getting the medicine into the eyes, nose and mouth. If the medicine gets on these parts, it should be washed off with water.
Noxipak is a prescription drug, so it should not be used for more than the prescribed time. If after 2 weeks of treatment, the skin condition does not improve or becomes more severe, the patient should notify the doctor.

3. Side effects when taking Noxipak


When you first apply Noxipak to your skin, you may experience burning, itching, stinging or irritation, dryness, or a rash. However, these side effects will go away on their own after a few days as you get used to the medication. But if the symptoms do not go away or become more severe, the person should contact a doctor immediately. Some of the more serious side effects that can occur while taking Noxipak are thinning and darkening of the skin, acne breakouts, hair growth, folliculitis. In other cases, there may be a serious skin infection with manifestations such as redness, swelling, and irritation that do not go away. Therefore, if you have these symptoms, you should notify your doctor immediately. If the subject using Noxipak is a child or an adult, long-term use of large areas of skin may increase the risk of side effects caused by corticosteroids. Manifestations of this side effect include fatigue, unusual weight loss, headache, swollen feet, frequent thirst, increased urination, and vision changes. At that time, the patient should contact the doctor immediately. Noxipak very rarely causes a serious allergic reaction, but if symptoms of a rash appear; swelling and itching in the face, tongue, and throat; shortness of breath ; Severe dizziness should take the patient to the emergency room.

Da châm chích ngay lần đầu tiên sử dụng là tác dụng phụ phổ biến của thuốc Noxipak.
Da châm chích ngay lần đầu tiên sử dụng là tác dụng phụ phổ biến của thuốc Noxipak.

4. Notes when taking Noxipak


When taking Noxipak, patients should note:
Tell your doctor about any allergies or medical history you have, especially diseases of the immune system, diabetes, blood circulation. If the damaged skin area is painful or infected, do not use Noxipak. If you have a serious injury that requires treatment or surgery (including minor dental surgery), tell your doctor about whether you are taking Noxipak or have used it recently. Young children taking Noxipak may experience temporary growth retardation. However, this happens very rarely. To ensure the development of children, parents need to take their children to see a doctor for examination and advice. Women who are pregnant and breastfeeding should talk to their doctor about the use of Noxipak. Before taking Noxipak, patients need to inform their doctor about all drugs and herbs (including prescription and over-the-counter) they are using, especially corticosteroids or cyclosporin. Noxipak is a prescription drug, so do not arbitrarily buy medicine without a doctor's prescription. Adrenal function tests may be ordered to monitor disease progression, check for side effects if the patient is on medication for a long time, and over large areas of skin. When examining other diseases, it is necessary to inform the doctor about whether you have used or are using Noxipak topically. In summary, Noxipak is a prescription drug used to treat skin diseases such as eczema, allergies, dermatitis ... Patients should not buy drugs to apply to itchy, swollen, red, allergic skin areas. ... without a doctor's prescription.

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Reference source: Webmd.com
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