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Alcohol

No interaction found

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Gentalene C Plus Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Gentalene C Plus Cream is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Gentalene C Plus Cream via licking.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Gentalene C Plus Cream does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Gentalene C Plus Cream is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gentalene C Plus Cream may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Gentalene C Plus Cream is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gentalene C Plus Cream may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.


Beclometasone Topical   NA

Uses of Beclometasone Topical
Beclometasone Topical is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.

How to use Beclometasone Topical
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Gentalene C Plus Cream works
Beclometasone Topical is a topical corticosteroid (anti-inflammatory medicine). It works by reducing redness, itching, and swelling caused by various skin conditions.

Side Effects:

Common Skin thinning, Contact dermatitis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How long can I use beclomethasone topical?
The duration should not be more than 4 weeks without consulting your doctor

Q. Is beclometasone topical safe?
Beclometasone topical is safe if used for the prescribed duration, at a prescribed dose as advised by your doctor.

Clotrimazole Topical   NA

Uses of Clotrimazole Topical
Clotrimazole Topical is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

How to use Clotrimazole Topical
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Gentalene C Plus Cream works
Clotrimazole Topical stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.

Expert advice for Clotrimazole Topical

Do not use clotrimazole topical for vaginal infections if you are menstruating.
ï‚·Do not take clotrimazole pessary by mouth. Avoid direct contact of cream or drops with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Do not use tampons, vaginal douches, spermicides, or other vaginal products while using clotrimazole for vaginal infections.
Avoid vaginal intercourse during treatment of vaginal infections.
Do not use the vaginal tablets in children younger than 16 years.
Tell your doctor if you have had two infections of fungal vaginitis in the last six months, history of sexually transmitted disease (STD) or exposed to a partner with STD, or have pregnancy or suspected pregnancy.
Tell your doctor before using clotrimazole, if you have any of the following symptoms: irregular or abnormal vaginal bleeding, a blood-stained discharge, vulval or vaginal ulcers, blisters or sores, lower abdominal pain, fever or chills, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea, or foul smelling vaginal discharge.
Seek immediate medical advice if symptoms do not relieve within a week of using vaginal cream or tablets, or infection recurs more than twice within six months.
Patients allergic to clotrimazole or other imidazole antifungal medications or any of its ingredients. 
It should not given to patients who never had a vaginal yeast infection diagnosed by a doctor.
It should not take if patient is who have itching caused by a condition other than a yeast infection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is clotrimazole a steroid?
Clotrimazole is an imidazole antifungal medication and not a steroid.

Neomycin Topical   NA

Uses of Neomycin Topical
Neomycin Topical is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections.

How to use Neomycin Topical
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Gentalene C Plus Cream works
Neomycin Topical is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Side Effects:

Common Allergic reaction, Itching, Skin redness, Eye infection, Skin rash, Fever.

Expert advice for Neomycin Topical

Avoid direct contact of cream/ ointment with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Inform your doctor if symptoms do not disappear after 7 days of use. 
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not use if you are allergic to neomycin or any of its ingredients. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Does neomycin expire?
Yes. The expiry date is provided on the ointment tube

Q. Does neomycin topical cover pseudomonas?
No, neomycin topical is not effective against pseudomonas

Q. Does neomycin contain penicillin?
No, neomycin does not contain penicillin. It belongs to a group of drugs called aminoglycosides

Q. Does neomycin cause tinnitus?
Neomycin is known to cause damage to the ear. One of the symptoms of damage to ear is tinnitus.

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