Obederm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Obederm Information

Obederm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Other than this, Obederm has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Obederm. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Obederm have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Obederm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Obederm is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Obederm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Obederm contraindications section.

Besides this, Obederm may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Obederm is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Obederm Benefits & Uses

Obederm is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Jock itch
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Tinea Versicolor
Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Athlete's Foot

Obederm 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

Obederm Related Warnings

Is the use of Obederm safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Obederm without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Obederm safe during breastfeeding?

Obederm does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Obederm on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Obederm on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Obederm on the Liver?

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

You can take Obederm without any fear of damage to the heart.

Severe Interaction of Obederm with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mifepristone

Moderate

Mild

Amphotericin B

Obederm Contraindications

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

Cushing's Syndrome
Tuberculosis (TB)
Infections
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease
Depression
Osteonecrosis
Abdominal Pain
Diabetes
AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome

Frequently asked Questions about Obederm

Is this Obederm habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Obederm.

Obederm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Obederm

You can take Obederm with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Obederm

Taking Obederm with alcohol has not been seen to have harmful effects. However, please be careful if you do so.

Frequently asked Questions about Obederm

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Obederm with phenylephrine?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Obederm can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Obederm safe to use?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Obederm is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Obederm cause constipation?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Obederm can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Obederm raise the blood pressure (BP)?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, long-term use of Obederm can raise blood pressure because Obederm can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause increases in blood pressure.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Obederm?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Obederm is a brand name of beclomethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of an inhaler, tablet, solution, injection, and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. It is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.