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New Castor NF Cream 15 gm

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm

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Consume Type

TOPICAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About New Castor NF Cream 15 gm

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm belongs to a class of dermatological medication ‘Topical Anti-Infectives with Corticosteroids’ used to reduce swelling, itching, and redness caused due to certain skin infections (psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, allergies, rash) caused by bacteria and fungus. Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria grows in the body and causes infection. It can infect any part of the body and multiply very quickly.

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm contains four medicines namely Clobetasol, ofloxacin, ornidazole, and terbinafine. Clobetasol belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by stopping them from replicating and restoring themselves. Ornidazole is also an antibiotic that kills other infectious bacteria in addition to bacteria by harming the DNA. Terbinafine is an antifungal that prevents the growth of fungi by stopping them from developing their protective covering.

You are advised to use New Castor NF Cream 15 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application, skin peeling, and thinning of the skin. Most of these side effects of New Castor NF Cream 15 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to New Castor NF Cream 15 gm or any ingredient of medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have adrenal gland or liver problems and any skin infection, inform your doctor before taking New Castor NF Cream 15 gm. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using New Castor NF Cream 15 gm. New Castor NF Cream 15 gm should not be recommended for use in children below 12 years. Do not use New Castor NF Cream 15 gm in more than prescribed doses, or for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects. Avoid using New Castor NF Cream 15 gm on open skin wounds, deep cuts, or scrapes. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with bandages unless advised by your doctor. Do not swallow New Castor NF Cream 15 gm. In case of accidental swallowing, contact a nearby poison control centre or consult a doctor immediately.

Uses of New Castor NF Cream 15 gm

Bacterial skin infections (psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema), Fungal skin infection (athlete’s foot and yeast infections).

Medicinal Benefits

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm is primarily used to reduce swelling, itching and redness caused due to certain skin infections (psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, allergies, rash) caused by bacteria and fungus. New Castor NF Cream 15 gm contains four medicines namely Clobetasol, ofloxacin, ornidazole, and terbinafine. Clobetasol belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by stopping them from replicating and restoring themselves. Ornidazole is also an antibiotic that kills other infectious bacteria in addition to bacteria by harming the DNA. Terbinafine is an antifungal that prevents the growth of fungi by stopping them from developing their protective covering.

Directions for Use

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm is only for external use. Apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area and surrounding skin.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of New Castor NF Cream 15 gm

  • Burning
  • Irritation
  • Itching
  • Redness
  • Skin peeling
  • Thinning of skin

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to New Castor NF Cream 15 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have adrenal gland or liver problems and any skin infection, inform your doctor before taking New Castor NF Cream 15 gm. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using New Castor NF Cream 15 gm. New Castor NF Cream 15 gm should not be recommended for use in children less than 12 years. Do not use New Castor NF Cream 15 gm in more than prescribed doses, or for a prolonged time as it may cause adverse effects. Avoid using New Castor NF Cream 15 gm on open skin wounds, deep cuts, or scrapes. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with bandages unless advised by your doctor. Do not swallow New Castor NF Cream 15 gm. In case of accidental swallowing, contact a nearby poison control centre or consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: New Castor NF Cream 15 gm may interact with a pain killer (codeine), muscle relaxant (tizanidine), antiparkinson’s medicines (selegiline, rasagiline), heart disease (disopyramide, quinidine), blood thinner (warfarin), antiviral/HIV medicines (atazanavir), antifungal (ketoconazole, fluconazole), anti T.B medicine (rifampicin), antidiabetic (acarbose).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have adrenal gland or liver problems and any skin infection, inform your doctor before taking New Castor NF Cream 15 gm.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CODEINE
  • TIZANIDINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • RASAGILINE
  • DISOPYRAMIDE
  • QUINIDINE
  • ATAZANAVIR
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • FLUCONAZOLE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • ACARBOSE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
  • In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk barefoot. Wear flip-flops or sandals to prevent fungal infections.
  • Do not scratch the affected area of the skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
  • Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes, or socks with others to prevent the spread of infection.
  • Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
  • Eat foods rich in quercetin (a flavonoid), such as apples, cherries, broccoli, spinach, and blueberries.
  • Consuming food rich in probiotics helps develop the immune system against allergies.
  • Limit intake of food that might trigger allergies, such as dairy products, soy, eggs, and nuts.
  • Avoid consumption of foods with excess sugar as it may flare up inflammation.
  • Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and fish in your diet.
  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.

Special Advise

 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Fungal infection: It is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). The symptoms of a fungal infection include scaly skin, blisters, itching, swelling, irritation, and redness. Fungi usually cause athlete’s foot and yeast infections. 

Bacterial infection: It is a condition in which harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause infection. It can target any part of the body and multiply very quickly. Bacteria come in three basic shapes, namely spherical, rod, or spiral-shaped. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have cell walls). Many types of bacteria can infect the skin, out of which the most common ones are staphylococcus and streptococcus. Bacteria usually cause psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, cellulitis and staphylococcal infections.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Leeford Healthcare Limited , Leo House, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Dugri-Dhandra Road, Near Joseph School , Ludhiana-141116
Other Info - CAS0150

FAQs

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm contains four medicines namely Clobetasol, ofloxacin, ornidazole, and terbinafine. Clobetasol belongs to the class of corticosteroids that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Ofloxacin is an antibiotic that kills bacteria by stopping them from replicating and restoring themselves. Ornidazole is also an antibiotic that kills other infectious bacteria in addition to bacteria by harming the DNA. Terbinafine is an antifungal that prevents the growth of fungi by stopping them from developing their protective covering.
Yes, New Castor NF Cream 15 gm may cause staining of clothes. Therefore, avoid contact of New Castor NF Cream 15 gm with clothes or fabric and also avoid bleach to wash fabric that is in contact with New Castor NF Cream 15 gm as it may cause a permanent stain.
No, you are not recommended to use New Castor NF Cream 15 gm on the face as the skin on the face is sensitive and thin easily. However, please consult a doctor before using New Castor NF Cream 15 gm on the face.
You are recommended to use New Castor NF Cream 15 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition persists or worsens after 1 week of treatment with New Castor NF Cream 15 gm, please consult a doctor.
Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through direct skin-to-skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person as it can also spread the infection.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of New Castor NF Cream 15 gm with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using New Castor NF Cream 15 gm.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of New Castor NF Cream 15 gm in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether New Castor NF Cream 15 gm is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using New Castor NF Cream 15 gm while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm is safe in the patient with a history of liver disease. However, if you have any concerns regarding the use of New Castor NF Cream 15 gm in patients with Liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm is safe in the patient with a history of kidney disease. However, if you have any concerns regarding the use of New Castor NF Cream 15 gm in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

New Castor NF Cream 15 gm is not recommended for use in children less than 12 years as the safety and efficacy have not established.

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