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Diprovate Plus Cream is a corticosteroid medicine which is used in the treatment of autoimmune skin disorders like psoriasis and dermatitis. This medicine contains betamethasone and zinc sulphate which works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation and thus reduces swelling, redness, and itching. Common side effects include itching, redness, burning or stinging sensation at the application site. It is an external preparation. Hence avoid contact with eyes, ears, nose and mouth.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Diprovate Plus Cream

Diprovate Plus Cream is a topical medication prescribed to treat various inflammatory skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. It works by reducing swelling, redness, and itching while supporting the natural healing process of irritated skin. This medicine helps restore your skin barrier and provides comfort from persistent skin irritation.

You should apply Diprovate Plus Cream exactly as directed by your doctor, typically once or twice a day. Consistency is key to clearing up skin flares, but you should not use it for longer than recommended to avoid thinning the skin. While using this cream, maintaining a simple, fragrance-free skincare routine and avoiding harsh soaps can significantly improve your treatment results.

Most people tolerate this topical treatment well, but some may experience mild, temporary burning or itching at the application site. If you notice severe skin irritation, thinning of the skin, or signs of an infection such as pus, you should stop using it and consult your doctor immediately.

Do not use this medicine if you have an untreated skin infection, tuberculosis of the skin, or viral skin lesions like cold sores. It is important to talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting Diprovate Plus Cream if you have a history of skin allergies or if you plan to apply it to large areas of skin, use it under dressings, or expect to use it for a prolonged period.

Because this is a topical treatment, it has a low risk of interacting with oral medications or alcohol. However, you should inform your doctor if you are using other topical creams, especially other steroids. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or treating an elderly patient, consult your doctor or pharmacist before applying this medicine.

 

Uses of Diprovate Plus Cream

Diprovate Plus Cream is used to relieve inflammation, itching, and irritation associated with various inflammatory skin conditions, including:

  • Eczema and Dermatitis: Diprovate Plus Cream helps soothe the severe itching, redness, and swelling associated with these chronic inflammatory skin conditions.
  • Psoriasis: It reduces the thick, red, scaly plaques on the skin by calming the overactive immune response in the local area.
  • Inflammatory skin conditions with minor skin damage: It helps control localized swelling and inflammation while helping protect the irritated skin as it heals.
     

Key Benefits

The benefits of Diprovate Plus Cream include faster relief from inflammation, reduced itching and redness, improved skin healing, and greater day-to-day comfort.

  • Relieves itching and irritation: Quickly reduces inflammation to ease persistent itching, burning, and skin discomfort.
  • Reduces redness and swelling: Helps calm inflamed skin, making affected areas appear less red and swollen.
  • Supports skin healing: Zinc sulphate helps protect irritated skin and supports the natural repair of the skin barrier.
  • Improves daily comfort: By reducing scratching, scaling, and irritation, it helps restore smoother, healthier-looking skin and makes everyday activities more comfortable.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Apply the lotion on the dry, affected area and rub gently until it gets fully absorbed.
  • Wash your hands before and after use.
  • Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, and mouth. If contact occurs, rinse with water.

How Diprovate Plus Cream Works

Diprovate Plus Cream contains two active ingredients that work together to reduce skin inflammation, relieve irritation, and support the healing of affected skin. Betamethasone is a topical corticosteroid that works by binding to glucocorticoid receptors in skin cells, helping suppress the production of inflammatory substances and reducing the body's immune-inflammatory response. This helps reduce redness, swelling, itching, and irritation, providing relief from inflamed skin conditions. Zinc sulphate is a mineral with skin-protective and astringent properties. It helps dry oozing skin lesions, supports the natural repair of damaged skin, and helps protect the affected area from external irritants while promoting healing. Together, these ingredients help relieve inflammation and itching, reduce oozing, support skin repair, and promote the healing of inflamed skin.
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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known whether Diprovate Plus Cream interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether Diprovate Plus Cream can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Diprovate Plus Cream is unlikely to affect driving. However, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Diprovate Plus Cream in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Diprovate Plus Cream in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Caution

Your doctor will decide whether Diprovate Plus Cream can be used for a child or not.

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Heart

Safe if prescribed

Diprovate Plus Cream is generally safe for heart patients when used for the prescribed duration. However, please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Diprovate Plus Cream is generally considered safe for use in geriatric patients; however, precautions should be taken due to age-related sensitivities.

What if I have taken an overdose of Diprovate Plus Cream

An overdose of this topical medicine is unlikely when used as directed. However, if Diprovate Plus Cream is accidentally swallowed, or if it is applied too heavily over large areas of the body for a long time, it can cause serious internal side effects. Seek medical help or contact a poison control centre immediately if accidental ingestion occurs.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your skin moisturised: Apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser regularly, especially after bathing, to help lock in moisture and protect your skin barrier.
  • Avoid known triggers: Identify and stay away from substances that trigger your skin flares, such as harsh soaps, detergents, synthetic fabrics, or specific foods.
  • Wear loose, breathable clothing: Choose soft, cotton clothing to minimize friction and sweating, which can worsen skin inflammation.
  • Avoid scratching: Keep your fingernails short and clean to prevent damaging the skin or introducing infections if you scratch during sleep.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Diprovate Plus Cream to start to work: The exact onset time of Diprovate Plus Cream has not been clinically established. The time for which the effects of Diprovate Plus Cream last: The duration of Diprovate Plus Cream’s effect is clinically not established.

What if you forget to take Diprovate Plus Cream

If you forget to apply Diprovate Plus Cream at your scheduled time, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed one and continue with your regular routine. Do not apply double the amount to make up for a missed application.

Storage

•Store Diprovate Plus Cream at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C (59°F to 86°F).

Drug Warnings

  • Avoid prolonged use over large areas: Using this medication for long periods, over extensive areas of skin, or under airtight dressings can increase absorption into the bloodstream and raise the risk of steroid-related side effects, including adrenal suppression.
  • Avoid sensitive areas: Keep the cream away from your eyes, nose, mouth, and private areas unless specifically directed by your doctor.
  • Do not use long-term on the face: Avoid using this strong topical treatment on your face for extended periods, as facial skin thins much faster than other parts of the body.
  • Monitor for skin changes: Regularly check the treated skin for signs of thinning, visible blood vessels, or stretch marks, and report these to your doctor.
  • Avoid sudden stoppage: If you have been using this medication for a long time, consult your doctor before stopping it suddenly, as this can cause your skin symptoms to flare up again.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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The following medicines may interact with Diprovate Plus Cream and may require closer monitoring or changes to your treatment:

  • Other topical corticosteroids: Combining Diprovate Plus Cream with other steroid creams may increase the risk of skin thinning and other systemic side effects.
  • Oral steroid medications: Taking oral steroids while using this topical treatment, particularly over large areas of skin, under occlusive dressings, or for prolonged periods, may increase the total steroid exposure in your body and raise the risk of adrenal suppression.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Diprovate Plus Cream when used as directed.

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Diprovate Plus Cream is used to treat psoriasis and dermatitis. 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.
Diprovate Plus Cream is a combination of two medicines, namely: Betamethasone and Zinc sulphate. Betamethasone works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Zinc sulphate acts as an antiseptic. Together, Diprovate Plus Cream helps in treating psoriasis and dermatitis.
Diprovate Plus Cream contains a steroid; therefore, it should not be used for longer durations unless prescribed by a doctor. If your condition does not improve despite using Diprovate Plus Cream for a few weeks, consult your doctor, he/she may prescribe you an alternate medicine.
Avoid concomitant use of Diprovate Plus Cream with other topical products such as cosmetics, sunscreens, lotions, moisturisers, insect repellent creams, and other gels.
Do not use Diprovate Plus Cream if you are allergic to any of its contents. Avoid using Diprovate Plus Cream on skin affected by fungi, viruses, bacteria, parasites, or if you have thin skin, rosacea, acne, ulcers, or broken skin.
Diprovate Plus Cream is only for external use. Take a small quantity of the product and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected areas as prescribed by the doctor.
No, you should not stop using Diprovate Plus Cream even if your symptoms are relieved as it may cause symptoms to return or worsen. Always follow the duration of treatment that the doctor has prescribed for you to get its full benefits.
Avoid contact with the nose, mouth or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse off with plenty of water thoroughly. Wash your hands before and after use, unless your hands are the affected area to prevent the spreading of infection. Do not wrap or cover the treated area with a bandage/dressing unless it is advised by the doctor.
Diprovate Plus Cream should be stored in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
The side effects of Diprovate Plus Cream include itching, irritation and redness. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
You should avoid using Diprovate Plus Cream on your face unless your doctor specifically tells you to do so. The skin on your face is thin and sensitive, making it more prone to side effects like skin thinning and discolouration. Talk to your doctor for advice on facial skin treatments.
Do not cover the treated area with bandages or airtight dressings unless your doctor explicitly instructs you to. Covering the area can significantly increase the absorption of the medicine through the skin, raising the risk of local and body-wide side effects. Talk to your doctor if you have questions.
Do not use Diprovate Plus Cream to treat diaper rash. The active ingredients are too strong for a baby's delicate skin, and a diaper acts as an airtight covering, which increases medicine absorption and risk of side effects. Talk to your doctor for safe alternatives.
If the medication accidentally gets into your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with cool, clean water immediately. If you experience persistent irritation, blurred vision, or pain after rinsing, contact your doctor right away.
Because Diprovate Plus Cream is applied topically to the skin, moderate alcohol consumption is unlikely to interact with this medication. However, if you have severe skin conditions, alcohol may trigger flare-ups. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about your lifestyle habits.
You should not apply Diprovate Plus Cream to deep, open wounds or severely broken skin unless directed by your doctor. Applying strong topical preparations to large open wounds can lead to increased absorption of the medicine into your bloodstream. Talk to your doctor first.
The safety of using Diprovate Plus Cream during pregnancy is not fully established. It should only be used if the potential benefits outweigh the risks to the unborn baby, and always under medical supervision. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk to your doctor.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., Sun House, Cts No. 201 B/1, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (E), Mumbai 400063
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