Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm

Question 1

How does Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm work?

Accepted Answer

Sigmaderm N Cream 10 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 Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm?

Accepted Answer

Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If Sigmaderm N Cream 10 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 Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm unless advised by the doctor. Do not apply Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm on sunburns, open wounds, lesions and blisters.

Question 3

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm?

Accepted Answer

Sigmaderm N Cream 10 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 Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm should be carefully used with patients with active infections.

Question 4

Can I use Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm for diaper rash?

Accepted Answer

Sigmaderm N Cream 10 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 Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm work against microbial skin infections caused by various diseases?

Accepted Answer

Sigmaderm N Cream 10 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 Sigmaderm N Cream 10 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 Sigmaderm N Cream 10 gm if you are using more than one topical medicine.

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