1. What medication is Celestoderm-V?
Drug class: Dermatological treatment drugs.
Composition: Celestoderm-V contains the following main ingredients:
- Betamethasone: content 1 mg/1 g.
- Neomycin: content 3.5 mg/1 g.
Dosage form: The drug is formulated as a cream.
Manufacturer: Schering Plough Company.
Packaging: Each box contains 1 tube.
Content: 15g per tube.
2. What are the uses of Celestoderm-V?
2.1 Effects of Celestoderm-V.
Betamethasone has anti-inflammatory effects and is used in the treatment of diseases such as rheumatoid disorders, lupus erythematosus, dermatological diseases, allergies, angioedema,... Betamethasone belongs to the Glucocorticoid drug class.
Neomycin has the effect of killing bacteria. Neomycin belongs to the Aminoglycoside antibiotic class, containing two or more amino sugars connected by glycosidic bonds.
2.2 Indications for Celestoderm-V.
- Supports treatment to alleviate symptoms in patients with secondary infection complications from dermatitis caused by corticosteroid response.
- Treats individuals with corticosteroid deficiency, leading to skin conditions such as allergic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, and psoriasis.
- Provides symptomatic treatment for patients with psoriasis characterized by red patches of skin, slightly raised plaques, white scaly surfaces, and fragile skin.
- Supports treatment for patients with excessive sebaceous secretion leading to dermatitis.
- Treats patients with sun-induced dermatitis, stasis dermatitis (leg dermatitis), and infections in the genital area.
3. Dosage - How to use Celestoderm-V.
Dosage:
- Apply 2 to 3 times daily to the affected area, divide the time taking the medicine evenly.
- The number of using the medicine daily can be adjusted, either increased or decreased, depending on the severity of the patient's condition.
Usage:
- Celestoderm-V is formulated as a cream, so it is used topically.
- The affected skin area should be cleaned before applying Celestoderm-V. Apply the cream directly to the areas requiring treatment, avoiding contact with water and other objects.
- During the use of Celestoderm-V, patients should strictly follow the doctor’s instructions and not adjust the dosage on their own to meet personal expectations.
4. Side effects of Celestoderm-V.
In addition to the effects of Celestoderm-V, patients when treated with Celestoderm-V may also experience some unwanted side effects:
- Paresthesia, itching, mild irritation, dry skin.
- Folliculitis, excessive hair growth.
- Erythema multiforme, skin discoloration.
- Allergic dermatitis, skin peeling, skin atrophy.
- Appearance of Milia symptoms.
- Secondary infections.
- Perioral dermatitis.
During the use of Celestoderm-V, if patients experience any of the aforementioned side effects or any other unusual symptoms, they should visit the nearest medical center to receive advice from the treating physician, consulting pharmacist, or medical staff.
5. Drug interactions.
During the use of Celestoderm-V, competition or interactions may occur between Celestoderm-V and food or other medications, dietary supplements, affecting the bioavailability, absorption, distribution, and metabolism rate of Celestoderm-V.
Patients should provide a complete list of all medications, vitamins, herbal remedies, supplements, and functional foods they have been using recently so that doctors and pharmacists can be aware and provide accurate advice to avoid harmful drug interactions.
6. Precautions when using Celestoderm-V.
Contraindications:
Do not use Celestoderm-V cream on individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Precautions and warnings:
- Patients using Celestoderm-V should take note of the following situations:
- Celestoderm-V is not indicated for ophthalmic use.
- During use, patients must follow the doctor’s instructions and not adjust the dosage (increase or decrease) on their own to meet personal expectations.
- During treatment, patients should minimize the consumption of foods or beverages containing alcohol or stimulants.
- Patients should not discontinue Celestoderm-V without consulting their treating physicians.
- Check the expiration date of Celestoderm-V before use.
- Pay attention to the appearance of Celestoderm-V; if there are any abnormalities such as mold, discoloration, leakage, or deformation, dispose of the medication and do not continue using it.
Precautions for use in pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers
Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should be cautious when using Celestoderm-V and consult a doctor before use.
This article has provided information about the uses of Celestoderm-V, its dosage, and precautions for use. To ensure safety and maximize therapeutic effectiveness, you should use Celestoderm-V according to your doctor’s instructions. Store Celestoderm-V in a cool, dry place, at a temperature not exceeding 30°C, and keep it out of reach of children.
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