What is Hemprenol?

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For the treatment of itching, swelling and irritation of the skin caused by eczema, contact dermatitis and psoriasis, ... commonly used topical Hemprenol containing Betamethasone dipropionate - is a synthetic corticosteroid. What are the uses of hemprenol and the side effects to note when using, learn more through the article below.

1. What is Hemprenol?

Hemprenol drug belongs to the group of drugs for the treatment of dermatological diseases containing Betamethasone dipropionate, which is made in cream form, applied to the skin and packaged in many types such as: box of 1 tube (aluminum) 5g, 10g, 15g, 20g, 25g, 30g; box of 1 tube (plastic) 5g, 10g, 15g, 20g; 25g, 30g.

2. What is the effect of Hemprenol?

Betamethasone-containing hemprenol is a synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and anti-rheumatic effects. Betamethasone has an immunosuppressive effect when used in high doses. Topical drugs are used to treat skin diseases because they are easily absorbed through the skin.

3. Pharmacokinetics

Degree of absorption through the skin depends on: skin condition, excipients, dressing. Increases absorption through the skin when covered with bandages or applied to damaged skin. Plasma protein binding: little Betamethasone is metabolized mainly in the liver after absorption and renal excretion.

4. Indications of the drug

Allergic skin diseases such as: Eczema, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, superinfection dermatitis, sunlight exposure, exfoliative dermatitis, psoriasis, skin rash, itching, lumpy. Hair loss disease. Swelling with minor burns. Insect bites. Fungal diseases of the skin: tinea capitis, tinea pedis, tinea pedis, onychomycosis, ringworm, ringworm.

5. Dosage and usage

Apply 1 or 2 times a day and the amount of cream used to apply depends on the doctor's prescription.
Should be treated for a short time and when cured, should stop using the drug. Within 2-4 weeks (for children, after 5 days) of taking the drug: if the wound does not improve, notify the doctor.
Note that hemprenol should only be used when prescribed by a doctor.
* How to apply the medicine:
Wash your hands and dry them, take an appropriate amount. Apply the removed medicine in thin layers on the skin to be treated. Distribute the medicine in the direction of hair growth. Note: Do not apply hemprenol cream on open wounds
Unless the area where the medicine is applied is on your hands, wash your hands after using the medicine. After 30 minutes of application, other creams or products can be applied. If the wound must be bandaged, wait at least 10 minutes after applying hemprenol.

6. Overdose, missed dose- symptoms and handling

Overdose
Using more than the recommended amount of betamethasone for skin treatments is unlikely to cause harm. Call your doctor right away if you swallow or use large amounts of betamethasone and you develop serious side effects. Missed dose:
Take that dose as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose. In this case, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.

7. Side effects:

Potential for side effects if using it on large areas of skin for a long time, or on sensitive skin areas like face, under bandages or diapers.
Hemprenol causes a burning or stinging sensation for several minutes when applied to the skin. The feeling will go away after using it for a few days.
If the drug is used for a long time, it can thin the skin and cause stretch marks. However, after a while the stretch marks will disappear.
Tell your doctor right away if the following other side effects occur:
Skin becomes redder and swollen, with yellow discharge- a sign of a new infection. In the area where the drug is applied: the skin may be lighter or darker - a sign of changes in skin pigmentation. Pustules under the skin, abdominal pain or dizziness or fainting, muscle weakness, fatigue, mood swings, loss of appetite and weight loss - signs of adrenal gland problems. Confused, drowsy, thirstier or hungrier than usual, urinating more often, hot flushes, starting to breathe fast - signs of high blood sugar. Vision problems may occur after using hemprenol.

8. Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Do not use the medicine for large areas of skin damage, scratched skin and in the form of a pressure bandage. Shingles, tuberculosis, herpes simplex, eczema caused by varicella.

9. Note when using

Pregnant women:
Small amounts of betamethasone used on small areas of skin are unlikely to cause any problems during pregnancy. There isn't enough research on betamethasone to know if it's safe to use larger amounts during pregnancy, so your doctor will weigh the benefits against the risks. Lactation:
Hemprenol can be used while breastfeeding. If using topically on the breast, wash the medication off the breast, then wash your hands before feeding your baby.

10. Drug interactions

It is very unlikely that other drugs will affect hemprenol skin treatment. To ensure treatment wait 30 minutes after applying Hemprenol to apply other topical medications in the area to be treated.

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