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Neutasol topical contains the main ingredient Clobetasol propionate, which is used to treat skin diseases that respond to potent corticosteroids such as eczema, lichen, psoriasis, lupus erythematosus, dermatitis, and pruritus not caused by parasites or caused insect bite.
1. What is Neutasol?
Neutasol belongs to the group of Corticosteroids, is made in the form of skin cream with packaging specifications of 1 tube of 30 grams.
Each tube of Neutasol Cream contains the following ingredients:
Clobetasol propionat 15mg; Excipients just enough 30g.
2. What are the effects of Neutasol?
Neutasol drug is indicated for use in the treatment of skin diseases that respond to strong corticosteroids such as:
Eczema, lichen; Psoriasis ; Lupus erythematosus ; Dermatitis, non-parasitic pruritus or pruritus due to insect stings. Pharmacodynamics:
Clobetasol propionate is a potent corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictor effects. Therefore, this active ingredient is used to treat corticosteroid-responsive skin diseases. Pharmacokinetics:
Clobetasol propionate can be absorbed through the skin in a certain amount when you apply it topically. In particular, when the skin is damaged, the ability to absorb the drug will increase. The distribution of clobetasol is not fully known, but it does pass into breast milk. Clobetasol is metabolised in the liver, excreted by the kidneys and partly in the bile.
3. Dosage and how to use Neutasol ointment
How to use Neutasol skin cream:
The patient applies a thin layer of cream to the diseased skin; The duration of using Neutasol topical should not exceed 8 consecutive days; The dose should be reduced slowly before you stop completely; Do not apply Neutasol to the skin with many folds, the face, the skin near the neck; Do not apply Neutasol to an open wound, a large area, a bandage, or a thick layer. Dosage of Neutasol topical:
Use Neutasol skin cream as prescribed by your doctor or refer to the dose as follows: 2 times a day in the morning and evening. In case you forget a dose of Neutasol, take that dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose and use the next dose as scheduled.
Neutasol overdose symptoms appear only with prolonged high doses. Systemic effects of corticosteroid overdose include increased appetite, sodium and water retention, nitrogen loss or hyperglycemia, calcium and phosphorus mobilization accompanied by osteoporosis, muscle weakness, neurological and psychiatric disorders , infection, increased adrenal cortex activity. Therefore, if you see serious symptoms appear, take the patient to a medical center immediately for timely treatment.
4. Contraindications to the use of topical Neutasol
Neutasol topical is not indicated for use in the following cases:
People with a history of allergy to any of the ingredients in the Neutasol formula; People with ulcers, peptic ulcers, diabetes; Contraindicated in people with perioral dermatitis, rosacea and often; Having a fungal or viral infection or suspected latent tuberculosis; Do not use Neutasol for eyes; Children under 30 months of age are contraindicated to use the drug Neutasol.
5. Precautions when using Neutasol
If there is a local intolerance, treatment with Neutasol must be stopped.
For external use only, should not be applied to the face, skin near the face or skin with many folds. Avoid applying Neutasol on open wounds, large areas, or in thick layers or under tight dressings. Treatment with Neutasol should not be continued for more than 8 days, especially in children under 12 years of age. Patients taking corticosteroids are at increased risk for infections and symptoms of these conditions may be masked until late in the course. Therefore, in the process of using the drug for a long time, patients need to monitor for strange reactions. Because Neutasol topical is used for a short period of time, it does not affect the ability to drive and use machines. For pregnant women, use Neutasol only as prescribed by your doctor. The use of drugs in this population needs to weigh the benefits and risks of the drug to the mother and fetus. During lactation, the use of Clobetasol propionate is excreted in breast milk and may be harmful to the infant. The drug will inhibit growth and other undesirable effects for the child, such as hypoadrenalism. Therefore, the use of Neutasol in nursing mothers should weigh the benefits to the mother and the potential harm in the infant.
6. Undesirable effects when using topical Neutasol
During the use of Neutasol topical, patients may experience some unwanted side effects such as:
Common side effects: Stinging, burning in the skin, in the case of closed bandages, it will cause dryness. skin, irritation, perioral dermatitis, hypopigmentation, acne, secondary infections and atopic dermatitis. Rare side effects when using Neutasol topical: Atrophy and itching of the skin, folliculitis, skin redness, stretch marks, dilated blood vessels, appearance of Cushing's syndrome if used for a long time, bleeding or gastric ulcer. Rare side effects when using Neutasol topical: Angioedema. If you notice any side effects appear, you need to immediately notify a qualified doctor or pharmacist for timely treatment.
7. Drug interactions
With the external form, Neutasol does not cause any significant interactions. However, if absorbed in large amounts, the following interactions may occur:
Paracetamol in high doses or for a long time: Risk of hepatotoxicity. Insulin or oral diabetes medication: May increase blood glucose. Glycoside digitalis: Increased toxicity with hypokalemia and cardiac arrhythmias. Phenytoin, Phenobarbital, Ephedrin: Increases metabolism and reduces the effect of topical Neutasol. Reduces the anticoagulant effect of Coumarin-type anticoagulants. Therefore, to ensure safety and effectiveness, patients should inform their doctors about all prescription and over-the-counter medicines, dietary supplements and current illnesses.
Store Neutasol in a dry place, the temperature is below 30°C, avoid direct sunlight on the medicine. Do not use when the medicine has shown signs of damage or has expired.
Above is information about the uses, dosage and usage of Neutasol topical. Patients should carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Neutasol home treatment because there may be unwanted side effects.
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