Heximar B Ointment 15 gm
About Heximar B Ointment 15 gm
Heximar B Ointment 15 gm is used to treat psoriasis vulgaris. Psoriasis is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply faster than usual. This causes scaling, redness, and thickness of the skin. Psoriasis is a chronic condition with no cure, but treatment aims to remove scales and stop skin cells from growing quickly.
Heximar B Ointment 15 gm is a combination of two medicines, namely: Betamethasone and Calcipotriol. Betamethasone works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Calcipotriol helps in bringing the rate of skin cell growth back to normal. Together, Heximar B Ointment 15 gm helps in treating psoriasis.
You are advised to use Heximar B Ointment 15 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Heximar B Ointment 15 gm may cause common side effects such as itching and skin exfoliation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Do not use Heximar B Ointment 15 gm if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine. Consult your doctor before using Heximar B Ointment 15 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Heximar B Ointment 15 gm in more than prescribed doses or on a large area of skin for a longer duration, as it may cause adverse effects. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Heximar B Ointment 15 gm is not recommended for children below 18 years.
Uses of Heximar B Ointment 15 gm
Medicinal Benefits
Heximar B Ointment 15 gm is a combination of two medicines, namely: Betamethasone and Calcipotriol. Heximar B Ointment 15 gm is to treat psoriasis vulgaris. Betamethasone works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Calcipotriol helps in bringing the rate of skin cell growth back to normal. Together, Heximar B Ointment 15 gm helps in treating psoriasis.
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Side Effects of Heximar B Ointment 15 gm
Drug Warnings
Do not use Heximar B Ointment 15 gm if you are allergic to any of its components or if you have problems with calcium levels in the body. Avoid using Heximar B Ointment 15 gm on skin affected by the virus, fungi, bacteria, parasites, perioral dermatitis, thin skin, acne, rosacea, ulcers or broken skin. Inform your doctor if you have/had skin reaction or irritation to any steroid medicine, diabetes, guttate psoriasis, kidney or liver disease or if you are using other medicines containing steroids. Consult your doctor before using Heximar B Ointment 15 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Heximar B Ointment 15 gm in more than prescribed doses or on a large area of skin for a longer duration, as it may cause adverse effects. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Heximar B Ointment 15 gm is not recommended for children below 18 years.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Psoriasis: Psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder in which skin cells multiply faster than usual, leading to skin build-up into bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales. These most commonly appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Psoriasis is a chronic condition with no cure, but treatment aims to remove scales and stop skin cells from growing quickly. Triggers of psoriasis include infections, cold, and stress.