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Micolon CR is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. The alternative uses of Micolon CR have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Micolon CR depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Micolon CR as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Micolon CR go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Micolon CR's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Micolon CR related warnings talks about Micolon CR's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Micolon CR is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Micolon CR contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Micolon CR may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Micolon CR is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Micolon CR 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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Is the use of Micolon CR safe for pregnant women?
Micolon CR can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Micolon CR, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Micolon CR safe during breastfeeding?
Micolon CR is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Micolon CR on the Kidneys?
Using Micolon CR does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Micolon CR on the Liver?
Using Micolon CR does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Micolon CR on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Micolon CR for the heart.
Micolon CR should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Micolon CR unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Micolon CR habit forming or addictive?
Micolon CR is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Micolon CR
Taking Micolon CR with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Micolon CR
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Micolon CR does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
Yes, Micolon CR can be used for the cystic acne, if prescribed by a doctor. Acne is usually treated by the use of intralesional (injected under the skin surface) injections. Acne can greatly reduce the quality of life of a person. It can be prevented or reduced by washing the face regularly, removing the blackheads, using a sunblock that doesn't clog the pores, keeping the hair clean and dandruff free, drinking lots of water, eating raw, vegan or nutritionally dense diet, minimising the consumption of fizzy drinks and caffeine, keeping stress levels under control, doing some kind of a physical activity and ensuring adequate sleep.
No, Micolon CR is a topical corticosteroid so it should not be used on the face. Harmful skin effects can occur by applying Micolon CR on a face like periorificial dermatitis (rash around the mouth), atrophy(degeneration of cells), and telangiectasia (tiny blood vessels causing thread-like pattern on the skin). The more potent a steroid, the more serious these adverse reactions.
High potency Micolon CR oral dosage forms are used for the treatment of aphthous stomatitis (presence of round or oval painful ulcers on the oral mucosal membrane). It is also used for the treatment of gingival (related to gum inflammation) disorders like oral lichen planus (painful patches inside the mouth) and desquamative gingivitis (erythematous, blistering, and eroding gingival tissue). Micolon CR dental paste is used for the management of non-herpetic oral inflammatory and ulcerative lesions.
Yes, Micolon CR is used for the treatment of scabies. Scabies is a parasitic infection caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. It is diagnosed by either finding out the mite, its ova or its excreta. This often leads to a lot of itching and a rash. Scabies can be prevented by treating everyone in the house at the same time because scabies may take several weeks to present as a manifestation. It is also important to avoid prolonged skin to skin contact. The laundry should be done in hot water and it should be dried at the hottest temperature setting so that the mite gets killed. Unwashable items should be put in a bag and the bag should be closed tightly. In due course of time, the mites will die a natural death and the bag articles can be used again. It is also critical that the bath and hand towels are not shared with each other. Lastly, it is important to comply with the treatment completely.
Yes, in recent years, triamcinolone acetonide injections have been in use for the treatment of age-related macular degeneration. These injections are used as an add-on therapy with photodynamic therapy in order to reduce the sessions of the latter. Age-related macular degeneration is a disorder that affects the central straight vision which is indispensable for activities like sewing, reading, and driving. It affects the macula, a region which allows us to see the fine details. Gradually, it decreases the vision.
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