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Dermosav is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Dermosav depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Dermosav is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dermosav is used -
Common
Is the use of Dermosav safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Dermosav for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Dermosav safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Dermosav in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Dermosav is unavailable.
What is the effect of Dermosav on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Dermosav on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dermosav on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Dermosav on the liver.
What is the effect of Dermosav on the Heart?
You can take Dermosav without any fear of damage to the heart.
Dermosav should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dermosav unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dermosav habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dermosav.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dermosav does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Dermosav is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Dermosav is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dermosav
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dermosav and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dermosav
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dermosav and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Dermosav may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.
Dermosav should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Dermosav should be applied after cleaning the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication till it disappears. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.
Dermosav contains clobetasol which is presumed to work by promoting the induction of inhibitory proteins (lipocortins) in the body. Lipocortins prevents the release of arachidonic acid which causes synthesis and release of certain chemicals such as histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins that causes inflammation. In this way Dermosav prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
Yes, Dermosav may cause skin discoloration or color changes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind skin discoloration is not known but it is more likely to occur if the skin is covered with a dressing after applying this drug. So you are advised to not cover your skin with a dressing after applying this drug.
No, Dermosav alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Dermosav is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Dermosav should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Dermosav and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
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