What are the uses of Crederm?

Crederm lotion is often used in the treatment of some skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis... So what is the effect of Crederm lotion and how is it used?

Crederm Lotion is used to relieve the inflammatory manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive hyperkeratosis and dry skin disease.
Main ingredients of the drug Crederm Lotion
Betamethasone 0.5 mg Salicylic acid 20 mg The drug is prepared in the form of a topical cream. Betamethasone has anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-rheumatic, and in high doses immunosuppressive effects.
Salicylic acid has the effect of peeling off the stratum corneum and mild antiseptic when applied directly to the skin, so it is used to treat a number of skin diseases with keratosis, flaking skin such as seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, etc. Dandruff, acne...
Salicylic acid also has a softening and destructive effect on the stratum corneum by increasing endogenous hydration (increasing the concentration of water), which can lower pH and cause the epithelial layer to become horny. swell, then peel off.
Crederm lotion is indicated in the following cases:
Psoriasis, chronic atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, lichen planus, Eczema, Eczema, Dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, common ichthyosis and scaly forms other fish. Crederm lotion is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity to Betamethasone, salicylic acid or any of the ingredients of the drug. People with allergies have signs: acne , rosacea, dermatitis around the mouth, around the anus and itching in the genitals. Tuberculosis of the skin and skin lesions caused by viruses, especially Herpes simplex, Vaccinia and chickenpox. Crederm lotion should not be used in the case of a rash, fungal or bacterial infection that does not require treatment with a combination anti-infective drug.

Adults: Use 1-2 times in 1 day. Apply a thin layer of cream on the skin and gently massage to fully absorb the cream. The use of Crederm lotion should be fully maintained for 2 weeks to achieve the therapeutic effect. The maximum dose of Crederm lotion for 1 week should not exceed 60 grams. Children over 2 years of age should be limited to 5 days of treatment. Note when using Crederm Lotion:
Stop using the drug if irritation and sensitivity appear after applying the medicine. Do not use this medicine in ophthalmology, avoid contact with face and mucous membranes. Use caution when giving the drug to children. Use caution when using Crederm Lotion for pregnant or lactating women

Rare side effects of Crederm lotion include:
Itching, irritation, dry skin, acne-like rash, hypopigmentation, folliculitis, perioral dermatitis and allergic contact dermatitis. After applying the drug, the following side effects appear more often: Peeling, skin atrophy, striation and dilation of superficial blood vessels, especially on the face, secondary bacterial infection. Skin inflammation. Knowing the drug information will bring many benefits in the treatment process for the patient.