Pilovate Cream

This page serves as your comprehensive resource for Pilovate Cream. We delve into the specifics of this medication, including its indications, the precise way it should be administered, a detailed account of possible side effects, and crucial information regarding contraindications and precautions. Enhance your understanding of Pilovate Cream and its role in your treatment plan.

MRP: ₹ 20.62
Packing: 20.0 gm in 1 tube
Salt Combination: Beclometasone (NA)
Brand: Cipla Ltd
Uses: Skin conditions with inflammation & itching

Description

Pilovate Cream belongs to a group of medicines called steroids
It is used for the treatment of skin disorders such as dermatitis and psoriasis
It relieves swelling, itching, and redness of the skin by suppressing the release of substances that cause inflammation
Pilovate Cream is for external use only
Use it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor
Clean and dry the affected area and apply it thinly and evenly over the area
You should not use it too often and more than what your doctor has prescribed
Avoid covering the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
The most common side effects of this medicine include burning, irritation, itching, redness at the site of application
These are usually temporary and improve with time
However, if they persist or get worse you should let your doctor know
Before using the medicine, consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Cautions

Liver:	No interaction found/established
Kidney:	No interaction found/established
Driving:	No interaction found/established
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Pilovate Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Pilovate Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	No interaction found/established
Drug Action:	Glucocorticoids
Therapeutic class:	DERMA
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives

Uses of Pilovate Cream

In Skin conditions with inflammation & itching Pilovate Cream is effective in treating skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as dermatitis
It works by reducing the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin
When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment
It reduces the redness, rash, pain, or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant
It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes
You should always use the cream or ointment as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to
Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Pilovate Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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