Elecortin Plus Topical cream 15 g

Available at Pharmaegy Pharmacy. Use as directed by your doctor.

Elecortin Plus Topical Cream 15 g Composition: Active ingredients (per 1 g of cream): Mometasone furoate – 1 mg Gentamicin (as gentamicin sulphate 1.7 mg) – equivalent to 1 mg gentamicin Miconazole nitrate – 20 mg Description: Elecortin Plus is a combination topical cream containing a medium-potency synthetic corticosteroid (mometasone), a broad-spectrum antibiotic (gentamicin), and a broad-spectrum antifungal (miconazole). It provides anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, antibacterial, and antifungal effects. Indications for Use: Treatment of mixed fungal and bacterial infections of the skin, including: -Atopic, contact, seborrheic, nummular, infantile eczema and neurodermatitis -Otitis externa, anogenital pruritus -Psoriasis -Infected superficial burns, bites, abrasions, post-surgical wounds -Mycotic infections of skin and nails, and superinfections caused by Gram-positive bacteria. Dosage and Method of Administration: Route of administration: Topical. Dosage: Adults and children: Apply a thin layer to affected areas once or twice daily. Occlusive dressings may be used if desired. Avoid excessive application. Limit use on the face or in children to 5 days. Apply gently, preferably after bathing. Contraindications: -Hypersensitivity to any ingredient -Rosacea, acne vulgaris, perioral dermatitis -Post-vaccine skin reactions, skin atrophy -Viral, parasitic, varicella, TB or syphilitic infections -Do not apply to wounds, ulcers, or mucous membranes. Precautions: -Discontinue if irritation or hypersensitivity occurs. -Systemic absorption of corticosteroids may occur, especially with prolonged use or use under occlusion. -Avoid long-term use, especially in children or on the face. -May cause visual disturbances; refer to ophthalmologist if symptoms occur. -Contains sodium benzoate, which may irritate skin, eyes, and mucosa. -May suppress HPA axis; monitor patients under long-term treatment. -May mask infections or delay healing. -Rebound dermatitis may occur upon sudden discontinuation. Side Effects: -Skin burning and inflammation -Hypersensitivity reactions (angioedema, anaphylaxis) -Skin atrophy, striae, telangiectasia, hypopigmentation, hypertrichosis -Secondary infections -Visual disturbances. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Pregnancy: Use only if clearly needed and prescribed by a physician. Topical corticosteroids may cause fetal abnormalities in animal studies. Lactation: Unknown whether systemically absorbed amounts are excreted in breast milk. Discontinue breastfeeding if long-term or high-dose treatment is necessary. Storage Conditions: Store below 25°C. Keep out of reach of children. Do not freeze. Packaging: A carton box containing aluminum tube 15 g and insert leaflet.