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Philgenta is a corticosteroid drug, indicated for use in the relief of symptoms of itching and inflammation of the skin. Besides the use of Philgenta, patients should also be aware of some unwanted reactions that the drug causes.
1. What is Philgenta?
Philgenta's main ingredient is Betamethasone dipropionate 6.4mg; Gentamicin sulfate 10mg; Clotrimazol 100mg, belongs to the group of drugs for the treatment of dermatological diseases. The drug is indicated for use in the treatment of inflammatory skin diseases or to reduce inflammatory symptoms of skin diseases such as ringworm, eczema, skin abrasions, diaper rash, tinea versicolor responsive to corticosteroids when there are complications of secondary infection. broadcast.
Mechanism of action:
Ingredients Betamethasone dipropionate is a synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic effects. Clotrimazol is a broad-spectrum antifungal drug, when absorbed into the body, it will change the permeability of the membrane leading to the destruction of fungal cells, used to treat skin diseases caused by infections with other pathogenic fungi. together. Gentamicin sulfate is an antibiotic of the Aminoglycoside group that has bactericidal effects by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis.
2. Dosage and how to use Philgenta
How to use Philgenta:
The drug is prepared in the form of a skin cream and applied directly to the diseased skin. Do not cover the area to be treated with a bandage or bandage unless directed to do so by your doctor. Place the tip of the tube close to the affected area and gently squeeze a small amount of the medication onto the affected area. Be careful not to touch the tip of the vial to your skin and wash your hands after applying Philgenta. For the treatment to be effective, the patient should apply the medicine regularly. Dosage:
Apply a moderate amount of cream gently on the affected skin area twice a day in the morning and evening. The duration of use of the drug will depend on the extent, condition and location of the infected skin. However, when the time of using the drug lasts more than 1 month, but the condition does not improve, the patient should go back to the doctor, especially for children who have not used it for more than 2 weeks, and infants who have not used the drug for more than 2 weeks. 1 week. Contraindications:
Do not use Philgenta for patients who are allergic to the components of the drug and the Aminoglycoside group. Do not use for patients with Eczema of the outer ear with perforated tympanic membrane. Do not apply on ulcerated skin.
3. Side effects of the drug Philgenta
Some common side effects when patients use Philgenta include: Hot skin, erythema, decreased red blood cell color; there is discharge; itchy skin. Appearance of skin reactions resembling ichthyosis ; urticaria; systemic allergy, skin irritation, dry skin, folliculitis, hair growth stimulation, skin acne, hypopigmentation, superinfection dermatitis, skin atrophy.
4. Be careful when using Philgenta
Philgenta should not be used for too long and should only be used in a narrow area.
When using drugs belonging to the Corticosteroid group in the treatment of inflammatory skin diseases such as psoriasis, it may lead to undesirable reactions such as: pustular psoriasis, local toxicity, and decreased protective function of the skin.
There is not enough evidence about the safety of the drug when used for pregnant women, so doctors recommend using it only for this subject in case of real need.
5. Drug interactions
Drug interactions are changes in the effectiveness of drugs or increase unwanted side effects. The interactions of Philgenta with other drugs include:
Abametapir : It is possible that the serum concentration of Abametapir will be increased, due to the Betamethasone component in Philgenta. Abatacept: Increases the side effects of Abatacept, because Philgenta contains Betamethasone. Abemaciclib: The metabolism of Abemaciclib may be increased in combination with Philgenta. Acenocoumarol: Betamethasone contained in Philgenta may increase the anticoagulant activity of Acenocoumarol. The article provides information about Philgenta's effects, dosage and use notes. To use Philgenta effectively, patients need to consult and use the drug exactly as directed by the doctor.
