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Apexicon medicine contains the active ingredient Diflorasone, prepared in the form of topical application, indicated in the treatment of skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema, eczema... Let's learn more about Apexicon through the article below.1. What is Apexicon?
Apexicon contains the active ingredient Diflorasone - a powerful steroid that helps block the release of substances that cause inflammation. Drugs prepared in the form of topical creams are indicated in the treatment of skin diseases such as eczema, psoriasis...
2. Dosage of Apexicon Drugs Apexicon is used by topical application. The dose of the drug depends on the condition of the patient and the prescription of the treating doctor. Note that the drug is not used in the treatment of children due to the increased risk of side effects.
Apexicon is used as follows:
Wash hands before applying medicine; Apply a thin layer of Apexicon to the damaged skin, gently massage to help the drug be better absorbed; Wash your hands after applying the medicine. Patients should note that the drug should not be applied to the skin with ulcers, infections or open wounds. In case of forgetting a dose, the patient should take it as soon as he remembers. If the missed dose is close to the time of the next dose, the patient should skip the missed dose and continue taking the medicine as scheduled.
Short-term drug overdose does not cause life-threatening symptoms. However, long-term use of high doses of steroids can lead to symptoms such as easy bruising, thinning of the skin, changes in shape, and accumulation of fat in the skin (especially on the neck, face, back, and neck). waist), decreased sex drive, increased risk of acne.
3. Apexicon side effects
Apexicon medicine can cause some side effects as follows:
Weight gain, irregular periods, changes in sex drive; Memory problems; Vision changes (blurred vision, eye pain); Severe skin irritation at the injection site; signs of skin infection (redness, swelling, oozing); Dry skin, rashes, acne, stretch marks. 4. Notes when using Apexicon 4.1. Contraindications to use Apexicon is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to Diflorasone or any of the ingredients in Apexicon.
4.2. Precautions while using Apexicon Pregnant women, lactating women: There are no studies to prove the effects of Apexicon drug on pregnant women, lactating women. Therefore, patients should consult their physician before use; Use caution when using Apexicon in the elderly, lactating women, pregnant women, children under 15 years old, patients with liver failure, kidney failure; The drug is prepared in the form of topical application, so absolutely do not use Apexicon to drink; Inform the treating doctor in case the patient has diabetes. Because Diflorasone in particular and topical corticosteroids in general can be absorbed through the skin, increasing blood and urine glucose levels; Do not cover the skin after applying the medicine because it increases the amount of drug absorbed through the skin, leading to an increased risk of side effects; Patients should stop using the drug if the condition does not improve after 2-3 days of taking Apexicon or the condition worsens. Notify the treating physician to have the diagnosis reviewed; In case of mandatory use of drugs in children who are using diapers, be careful not to use diapers that are too tight on the baby's body; In case of long-term treatment with Apexicon, the patient may have to perform some periodic monitoring tests as prescribed by the doctor.
5. Drug interactions
Drug interactions occur reducing the effect, increasing the risk of experiencing drug side effects. Therefore, in order to ensure safety and effectiveness in treatment, patients need to inform their doctor of all medicines they are using (prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, functional foods) before treatment. with Apexicon.
Do not arbitrarily use Apexicon without a doctor's prescription. Taking the medicine under the guidance of your doctor or pharmacist will ensure the safety of your health.
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