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Fendexi is a drug belonging to the group of drugs for the treatment of dermatological diseases. The drug has the main ingredient betamethasone and is made in the form of a cream for topical application. Fendexi is easy to find in drug stores. However, Fendexi is a prescription drug, when using it, patients need to follow the instructions of a doctor or medical professional.1. What is Fendexi?
Fendexi is a topical cream that is packaged in a box of 1 tube of 10g. Each 5g of Fendexi medicine contains the following ingredients:
Ingredients betamethasone valerate 6.07mg. Ingredients fusidic acid 100mg In addition, in the composition of the drug, there are excipients just enough.
Betamethasone valerate is a topical steroid that is rapidly effective in inflammatory dermatoses. The topical component fusidic acid is effective against pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus, Corynebacterium, Neisseria and some Clostridia and Bacteroides.
Fendexi is prescribed by dermatologists to treat primary or secondary skin infections including:
Patients with impetigo, boils, folliculitis. The cases of folliculitis, inflammation of the sweat glands or inflammation around the nail. Patients with erysipelas, superinfected eszema. In case the patient has contact dermatitis when there is superinfection, infected wound.
2. Dosage and how to use Fendexi
How to use the drug:
Fendexi is relatively easy to use. Patients only need to apply a sufficient amount of the drug to the previously cleaned and dry areas to be treated. For more severely damaged skin areas, the patient can use gauze overnight to achieve better treatment effect.
Dosage of Fendexi:
For open wounds: The patient applies the drug to the damaged skin 3-4 times a day. For closed wounds: Patients can use Fendexi with less frequency. The duration of medication depends on the severity of the disease of each individual, use the drug until a therapeutic effect is achieved. However, the duration of use of Fendexi alone should not exceed 2 weeks. In case the patient forgets a dose, the medicine should be used as soon as he remembers to ensure the treatment process. Patients should not skip doses of Fendexi more than 2 times in a row. Patients should not take the drug in high doses or use it for longer than 3 weeks, because Cushing's syndrome and adrenal insufficiency may occur. In this case, the patient should stop taking Fendexi immediately and go to the nearest medical facility for timely monitoring and treatment by a doctor.
3. In which cases should not use Fendexi?
Fendexi drug gives good effect on skin infections. However, not every patient can take the drug.
Fendexi drug is not used for the following subjects:
Patients who are sensitive or at risk of allergy to any of the ingredients in the drug. Patients with systemic fungal infections should not take the drug. Subjects with uncontrolled primary fungal, viral, or bacterial skin infections. Patients with skin manifestations associated with tuberculosis, syphilis, not controlled by appropriate therapy. Subjects had perioral dermatitis and rosacea.
4. Undesirable effects that patients encounter when using Fendexi
Fendexi drug causes less side effects for users. There are a few cases of patients experiencing side effects with the following frequency:
Uncommon side effects:
Patients may have contact dermatitis, eczema, burning sensation, itchy skin, dry skin. A few have had hypersensitivity reactions to the drug. Patients may experience pain or irritation at the treatment area. Rare side effects:
Patients may have erythema, urticaria, rash. In some cases there is swelling or blisters in the areas where the medicine was applied. During the use of Fendexi, if you experience any of the above symptoms or other unusual signs, the patient should immediately notify the doctor for advice.
5. Some notes when using Fendexi
In case the patient is pregnant, it is necessary to consult a doctor before deciding to take the drug to ensure safety. Fendexi can be used by women who are breastfeeding. However, the patient should not apply the medicine to the chest area to avoid being swallowed by the child. Fendexi does not cause drowsiness or affect the nervous system, so it does not affect the ability to drive and use machines. Patients should not take Fendexi for a long time, because it can cause skin atrophy. Caution should be exercised when administering the drug to children, as the drug may have a more sensitive response in children. Fendexi is for external use only and should not be swallowed, swallowed or applied to the eyes. When using Fendexi over a large area of the skin, repeated use may increase the risk of resistant bacteria. Fendexi has little interaction with other drugs and supplements. However, the patient needs to inform the doctor about the drugs and herbs to take measures to prevent possible interactions. The drug should not be used when seeing any abnormal signs of the drug such as discoloration, deformation, watery discharge, ... Fendexi should be stored in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and away from moisture. Fendexi is a very effective drug for skin diseases trusted by many doctors. The drug has both anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effects, as well as an antibacterial effect. Fendexi is widely sold at drugstores nationwide, so patients can find it easily. However, this is a prescription drug, when using it, patients should strictly follow the instructions of a specialist.
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