Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm

Question 1

How does Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm work?

Accepted Answer

Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm consists of Betamethasone, Clotrimazole, and Neomycin. Betamethasone, a corticosteroid, works by blocking prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that make the affected area red, swollen and itchy. Clotrimazole, an antifungal drug, stops fungi's growth by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. Neomycin is an antibiotic that prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Question 2

Do I need to take any precautions while using Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm?

Accepted Answer

Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina, rinse with water. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm unless advised by the doctor. Do not apply Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm on sunburns, open wounds, lesions and blisters.

Question 3

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm?

Accepted Answer

Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm should be used with caution and under doctor's supervision if you have pituitary gland diseases, cataract or glaucoma, diabetes, liver and kidney diseases. Using corticosteroids (Betamethasone) on the skin may sometimes cause systemic immunosuppression while treating infections. This condition may worsen the infections, hence Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm should be carefully used with patients with active infections.

Question 4

Can I use Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm for diaper rash?

Accepted Answer

Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm is not recommended for treating diaper rash, since Betamethasone can cause adrenal suppression, Cushing's syndrome and intracranial hypertension (increased pressure in the brain) in infants due to systemic absorption.

Question 5

Does Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm work against microbial skin infections caused by various diseases?

Accepted Answer

Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm may not work for skin infections like viral skin infections, such as chickenpox, shingles, cold sores or herpes simplex, bacterial infections like impetigo, lesions caused by tuberculosis or syphilis, acne vulgaris (spots), rosacea, perioral dermatitis (red spotty rash around the mouth) and widespread plaque psoriasis. Please reach out to a doctor for more information.

Question 6

How should I use Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm if I use more than one topical medicine?

Accepted Answer

You are required to maintain at least a three-hour gap after application of Quadriderm RF Cream 5 gm if you are using more than one topical medicine.

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