Mexiderm F Cream

Betamethasone 0.1% + Fusidic Acid 2% Topical
100 mg + 2 gm/100gm
Bio Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Pack size 10gm
Unite Price 150.00 BDT

Indications

Mexiderm F Cream is used for: Lichen planus, Psoriasis, Eczema, Contact dermatitis, Seborrhoeic dermatitis, Systemic lupus erythematosus, Lichen simplex, Prurigo nodularis, Sunburns

Adult Dose

Adult: Topical As cream: Apply twice daily. Usual duration: Up to 2 wk/course.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Skin lesions of viral, fungal or bacterial origin, acne rosacea and perioral dermatitis.

Precautions

Avoid prolonged continuous treatment especially in infants and children. Extended treatment may increase the risk of contact sensitisation and development of antibiotic resistance. Not to be used for >7 days if there is no clinical improvement. Increased risk of glaucoma if preparation enters the eye(s). Pregnancy and lactation.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Side Effects

Side effects of Betamethasone 0.1% + Fusidic Acid 2% Topical : Prolonged intensive treatment may cause local atrophic changes in the skin e.g. striae, thining and dilatation of superficial blood vessels. Dryness, itching, irritation, hypopigmentation, burning sensation at the site of application or miliaria.

Mode of Action

Betamethasone valerate is a topical corticosteroid that is effective in inflammatory dermatoses. Topical fusidic acid is effective against Staphyloccus aureus, Streptococci, Corynebacteria, Neisseria and some Clostridia and bacteroides. Antibacterial activity of fusidic acid is not reduced when used with betamethasone.

Note

Mexiderm F 100 mg + 2 gm/100gm Cream generic name is Betamethasone 0.1% + Fusidic Acid 2% Topical. Mexiderm F 100 mg + 2 gm/100gm Cream is manufactured by Bio Pharma Laboratories Ltd.Mexiderm F is availble in all over Bangladesh. Mes BD drug index information on Mexiderm F Cream is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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