Heximar B Ointment 15gm
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and Fulfilled by Netmeds.com
Betamethasone+Calcipotriol
By Menarini India Pvt Ltd Prescription Needed
By Menarini India Pvt Ltd Prescription Needed
Rs.465.00
(per unit)
Check out cheaper substitutesDrug Information for Heximar B Ointment 15gm
What is HEXIMAR B?
- HEXIMAR B contains betamethasone and calcipotriol
- calcipotriol helps to bring the rate of skin cell growth back to normal and betamethasone acts to reduce inflammation
CONSUMER MEDICINE INFORMATION
THERAPEUTIC USES
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
INTERACTIONS
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
SIDE EFFECTS
MORE INFORMATION
Talk to your doctor before taking tis medicine, if you:
- are allergic (hypersensitive) to calcipotriol, betamethasone or any of the other ingredients of HEXIMAR B
- have problems with calcium levels in your body
- have certain types of psoriasis such as erythrodermic, exfoliative and pustular
- suffer from any skin infections
- suffer from tuberculosis
- have skin conditions such as perioral dermatitis, thin skin, easily damaged veins, stretch marks, ichthyosis (dry skin with fish-like scales), acne (pimples), rosacea (severe flushing or redness of the skin on the face) ulcers or broken skin
- have diabetes mellitus
- Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
- Use only on your psoriasis and do not use on skin which does not have psoriasis
- Squeeze the ointment onto a clean finger or directly onto the area affected by psoriasis
- Apply HEXIMAR B to the affected area with your fingertips, and rub it in gently until the area affected by psoriasis is covered by a thin layer of ointment
- Do not bandage, tightly cover or wrap the treated skin area
- Wash your hands well after using HEXIMAR B
- Inorder to achieve optimal effect, it is recommended not to take a shower or bath immediately after application of HEXIMAR B
- If you have scalp psoriasis, before applying HEXIMAR B to the scalp, comb the hair to remove any loose scales. Tilt your head to make sure HEXIMAR B does not run onto your face. It may help to part your hair before you use HEXIMAR B. Apply HEXIMAR B to the affected area with your fingertips, and rub it in gently
If you use more HEXIMAR B
- Contact your doctor if you have used more than 15 grams in one day
- Excessive use of HEXIMAR B may also cause a problem with calcium in your blood, which usually normalizes when discontinuing treatment
If you stop using HEXIMAR B
- The use of HEXIMAR B should be stopped as indicated by your doctor. It may be necessary for you to stop this medicine gradually, especially if you have used it for a long time
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
SERIOUS
COMMON
UNCOMMON
RARE
VERY RARE
- allergic reactions with deep swelling of the face or other parts of the body such as the hands or feet. swelling of the mouth/throat and trouble breathing may occur
- cataracts (signs are cloudy and foggy vision, difficulty seeing at night and sensitivity to light) or an increase in pressure inside the eye (signs are eye pain, red eye, decreased or cloudy vision)
- infections (because your immune system, which fights infections, may be suppressed or weakened)
- pustular psoriasis (a red area with yellowish pustules usually on the hands or feet)
- eye irritation
- burning sensation of the skin
- skin pain or irritation
- inflammation or swelling of the hair root (folliculitis)
- rash with inflammation of the skin (dermatitis)
- redness of the skin due to widening of the small blood vessels (erythema)
- acne (pimples)
- dry skin
- rash
- pustular rash
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Disclaimer:
The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.