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Gentrisone can be used for pregnant women is the question of many women who are experiencing skin problems. However, before taking Gentrisone, pregnant women should consult their doctors. Absolutely not used arbitrarily to minimize the risk of harm to the development of the fetus.1. What is Gentrisone? Gentrisone side effects
Gentrisone has the generic name Betamethasone dipropionate, Clotrimazole, Gentamicin sulphate. This is an antibacterial drug with topical corticosteroids, including basic ingredients such as: Stearyl alcohol, Cetanol, Propilen glycol, light mineral oil, Propylparaben and purified water, etc...
1.1. What Gentrisone Does Gentrisone is a topical cream that works by synthesizing anti-inflammatory proteins. Inhibits the synthesis of inflammatory mediators and inhibits the growth of fungi and bacteria. The drug has a very strong bactericidal effect, so it specializes in the treatment of dermatological diseases such as: infectious dermatitis, skin fungus, atopic dermatitis, atopic dermatitis ...
In addition, Gentrisone topical also has a therapeutic effect. Treatment of inguinal fungus, foot fungus, ringworm caused by Malassezia furfu.
1.2. How to use Gentrisone for the skin Gentrisone is an ointment that is applied to the skin. Therefore, before you use it, you need to clean the skin with physiological saline, use a medical bandage to dry it. Then apply a thin layer of the drug to the affected area. Dosage will be 1-2 times a day as prescribed by the doctor.
Usually the treatment period is usually 3-5 days. Gentrisone should not be used during pregnancy for a long time.
2. Can Gentrisone be used during pregnancy?
Is Gentrisone safe for pregnant women? Currently, there are not enough specific studies to determine the risks of Gentrisone use in pregnant and breast-feeding women. However, to ensure absolute safety when using Gentrisone, pregnant women should consult and consult a specialist doctor.
In addition, pregnant mothers should also learn about the safety of the active ingredients in Gentrisone before using:
Active ingredient Betamethasone dipropionate 0.05%, when exposed to the site usually only slightly increases the risk to the mother and unborn baby. The ingredient Clotrimazole 1% is only absorbed in a very small amount into the body when applied to the skin. There is no evidence that the use of Clotrimazole harms the developing fetus. As for Gentamycin sulfate 0.1%, the reported toxicity to the fetus is very weak. However, with some human organisms, Gentamycin can cause toxic reactions. Although there has not been a specific study that has concluded that these 3 ingredients are toxic to the fetus, women should also be cautious when using the drug. When you are pregnant and have skin diseases, it is best to visit a specialist for advice and reasonable treatment. Arbitrary use of drugs can affect the development of the fetus and make the course of the disease more serious.
3. What should be noted when using Gentrisone topical?
Although this is only a line of topical medicine, but for pregnant and breastfeeding cases, it is necessary to use the drug under the direction of a doctor to ensure safety. In case, pregnant women are allergic to any ingredient of Gentrisone topical, they should not arbitrarily use Gentrisone.
In addition, pregnant women should also be aware that Gentrisone can change the ability to work side effects of some other drugs being used. To avoid interactions with other drugs. It is best for pregnant women to consult a doctor with the current drugs to have the right direction to use.
According to some studies, Gentrisone may interact with other drugs such as: Aminoglycosides, Cephaloridine, Cisplatin, alcohol, tobacco, birth control pills,... Therefore, pregnant women should consult doctor before use to minimize complications occur.
The information through the article must have known that the mother knows whether Gentrisone topical can be used for pregnant women. Currently, there is no firm conclusion that Gentrisone has negative effects on pregnant women and fetuses. When using, you need to consult a pediatrician.
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