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Chodimin Cream is a topical drug, so it is indicated for the treatment of a number of dermatological diseases. Learning about the uses, ingredients and usage will bring high efficiency and avoid unwanted side effects
1. What is Chodimin Cream?
Chodimin Cream is a medicine indicated for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, minor burns or cases of scalp fungus, ... This drug is prepared in the form of a skin cream.
Ingredients include: 15g Chodimin drug containing the active ingredient Clotrimazole 10mg; Gentamycin sulfate content 1mg; Betamethasone dipropionate 0.64mg.
2. Uses of Chodimin Cream
2.1 The effect of the drug Chodimin 15g Active ingredient Clotrimazole is a synthetic derivative of imidazole. It is effective against most fungi such as dermatophytes, yeasts and Malassezia furfur by inhibiting their growth and causing damage to their cell membranes. Betamethasone is a drug of the Prednisolone group, this is a glucocorticoid, the main effect is strong anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic.
Active ingredient Gentamycin is an antibiotic used to treat certain types of bacterial infections. Gentamycin enhances the effect of Clotrimazole.
2.2 Indication of Chodimin 15g Chodimin 15g is used in the following cases:
Treatment of patients with a number of skin diseases such as: Atopic dermatitis, eczema, itching, skin rash, exfoliative dermatitis, contact dermatitis, dermatitis caused by sun exposure. Treatment for patients with tinea versicolor: tinea versicolor, tinea pedis, tinea pedis, tinea pedis. Treatment for minor burns, insect bites.
3. How to use, dose of Chodimin 15g
3.1 Chodimin dose 15g Dosage depends on the condition of each person: The patient needs to apply the drug to the affected skin from one to several times a day.
3.2 How to use Chodimin 15g effectively This drug is made in the form of a skin ointment, so patients use the drug by applying it directly to the damaged skin areas. Before applying, it is necessary to clean the damaged skin. Then take the medicine and then apply a thin layer to the damaged skin and massage gently. After applying, let the skin dry.
During the use of the drug, the patient should follow the doctor's instructions. Absolutely do not arbitrarily increase or decrease the dose of the drug to achieve the desired results. Chodimin 15g is a prescription drug. Therefore, it should only be used when prescribed by a doctor.
Note that you should wear loose clothes during application to avoid friction with the medicine.
4. Contraindications of Chodimin 15g
Chodimin 15g is contraindicated in the following cases:
Contraindicated for people with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients in the drug. Contraindicated to apply the drug in the eyes. Do not use the drug to treat psoriasis in immunocompromised people. Do not use medicine in the form of a bandage
5. Side effects of Chodimin 15g
When treated with Chodimin 15g, users may also experience some unwanted effects such as:
Burning sensation Itching at the place of application, burning papules, edema Superinfection, red rash, blisters , skin peeling Rash, rash and skin irritation. In case the patient encounters the above undesirable effects or any symptoms suspected to be due to taking the drug, they should immediately notify the treating doctor or pharmacist for timely and correct advice and treatment. way to avoid serious consequences.
6 . Chodimin drug interactions 15g
During the use of Chodimin 15g, if you have to use one or more other drugs or products for external use such as cosmetics, dermatological drugs,... These drugs/products may occur Interact with each other, cross-react, affect the bioavailability of Chodimin 15g, or increase the side effects of these drugs.
You should list the drugs, vitamins and functional foods, herbs you are using so that the doctor can know and give accurate advice. Thereby, avoiding interactions between drugs with each other and causing negative effects on health.
7. Notes when using Chodimin Cream
When using Chodimin Cream, there are a few things to note:
Pay attention when using the drug for pregnant and lactating women. This drug should be used during pregnancy only when the benefits of treatment outweigh the possible risks to the fetus. The reason is that there is not enough evidence about the safety of the drug when used in pregnant women. Chodimin Cream should not be used for a long time and used on a large scale. Keep medicine out of reach of children. Store the medicine at room temperature in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight. Do not leave the medicine in a humid, airtight place, .. During the treatment, the patient should not stop taking the medicine on his own, but must consult the treating doctor before making a decision. Chodimin 15g is a drug that works to treat atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, minor burns, scalp fungus,. Patients can find Chodimin 15g at most drugstores nationwide. However, to limit side effects and ensure safety when taking drugs, patients need to use drugs according to the prescription of doctors and medical professionals.
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