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Eczmate S is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment, Cream. Secondary and off-label uses of Eczmate S have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Eczmate S is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Eczmate S also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Chills, Cough. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Eczmate S as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Eczmate S go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Eczmate S is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Eczmate S has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Eczmate S related warnings section.
The section on Eczmate S contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Eczmate S with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Eczmate S is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Eczmate S 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Eczmate S is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Eczmate S safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Eczmate S in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Eczmate S safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Eczmate S in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Eczmate S on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Eczmate S on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Eczmate S on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Eczmate S on the liver.
What is the effect of Eczmate S on the Heart?
Eczmate S may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Eczmate S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eczmate S unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eczmate S habit forming or addictive?
Eczmate S does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Eczmate S
There is no information on the effects of taking Eczmate S with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eczmate S
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Eczmate S with alcohol.
Eczmate S is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.
No, Eczmate S is not recommended to be used for ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection and it is not caused by any worm. It presents as a silver or red colored patch which may be swollen, itchy, scaly or dry. Ringworm can manifest in any part of the body, including groin (jock itch) and scalp (tenia capitis). The rash is usually ring-shaped on places other than face, neck or scalp. At times, the rash starts spreading. It should be treated using antifungal creams containing ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, etc.
Eczmate S is available as a cream, lotion or an ointment. It is generally applied once a day. It should be applied every day at the same time. The instructions of the doctor and those given on the prescription label should be followed properly. One must not apply it more often than prescribed and it must not be applied to other areas of the skin. The skin condition should improve in 2 weeks times. A thin layer of cream or ointment should be applied and a few drops of lotion should be applied to the affected area. It is only to be applied on the skin. It should not be applied on mouth or eyes and should not be swallowed. Its use should be avoided on the genital, rectal areas, skin creases and armpits unless otherwise specified by your doctor. Do not apply any other cream, ointment or lotion on the treated area and do not cover it with bandage or cloth unless directed by your doctor.
No, Eczmate S should not be applied to children under the age of 2 years as the safety and efficacy have not been established yet in this age group.
Eczmate S should start showing effects in 2 weeks time. It is safe to be used for as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Do not use excessive amount or for a prolonged period of time. Always speak to your doctor before discontinuing Eczmate S or when you intend to use it for more days.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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