Keralin Information

Keralin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Keralin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Keralin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Keralin include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Keralin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Keralin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Keralin is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Keralin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Keralin related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Keralin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Keralin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Keralin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Keralin Benefits & Uses
Keralin Dosage & How to Take
Keralin Side Effects
Keralin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Keralin with Other Drugs
Keralin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Keralin
Keralin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Keralin Benefits & Uses

Keralin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Skin Warts (Read More - Home remedies for warts)
Dermatitis
Foot Corn (Read More - Home remedies for corns)

Keralin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Benzoic Acid (12 %w/w), Hydrocortisone (0.5% w/w), Salicylic Acid (6% w/w)
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Benzoic Acid (12 %w/w), Hydrocortisone (0.5% w/w), Salicylic Acid (6% w/w)
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Benzoic Acid (12 %w/w), Hydrocortisone (0.5% w/w), Salicylic Acid (6% w/w)
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Benzoic Acid (12 %w/w), Hydrocortisone (0.5% w/w), Salicylic Acid (6% w/w)

Keralin Related Warnings

Is the use of Keralin safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Keralin on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Keralin safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Keralin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Keralin on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Keralin on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Keralin on the Liver?

Keralin does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Keralin on the Heart?

Keralin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Keralin with Other Drugs

Keralin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Mild

Aspirin

Adapalene

Benzoyl Peroxide

Keralin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Keralin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Shock
Infections
Tuberculous Meningitis (TBM)
Dehydration
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Scleroderma
Depression
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetes
Myasthenia Gravis
Diaper Rash
Tuberculosis (TB)
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Keralin

Is this Keralin habit forming or addictive?

Keralin does not cause addiction.

Keralin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Keralin

There is no information on the effects of taking Keralin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Keralin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Keralin with alcohol will be.

See all substitutes for Keralin

Keralin Ointment - ₹100
Benzoic Acid + Hydrocortisone + Salicylic Acid Ointment - ₹90

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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