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Epicort GC Cream is used to treat fungal and bacterial skin infections. It works by killing infection-causing bacteria and fungi and inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as application site reactions. It is for external use only.

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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

BETAMETHASONE-0.05%W/W+CLOTRIMAZOLE-1%W/W+GENTAMICIN-0.1%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Epicort GC Cream

Epicort GC Cream is a topical prescription medicine used to treat certain inflamed skin conditions complicated by susceptible bacterial or fungal infections. It contains betamethasone, which reduces inflammation; clotrimazole, which treats fungal infections; and gentamicin, which acts against susceptible bacteria.

By targeting infection and inflammation at the same time, Epicort GC Cream may help relieve redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort while treating susceptible bacteria and fungi affecting the skin.
Apply Epicort GC Cream exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Use a thin layer on the affected area and follow the recommended frequency and duration of treatment. This medicine is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, and other sensitive areas, and do not cover the treated area with airtight dressings unless advised by your doctor.

Some people may experience temporary burning, stinging, itching, or redness at the application site. Contact your doctor if irritation persists or worsens, or if you notice blistering, skin thinning, or signs of an allergic reaction. Tell your doctor before use if you have a viral skin infection, such as chickenpox or shingles, tuberculosis affecting the skin, or thin or damaged skin, as this medicine may not be suitable for certain skin conditions.

If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Epicort GC Cream. Use in children should be guided by a doctor, as children may absorb proportionally larger amounts of topical corticosteroids through the skin and may require closer monitoring. Older adults may also require additional care, particularly when treating thin or fragile skin.

Uses of Epicort GC Cream

Epicort GC Cream is primarily used to treat certain corticosteroid-responsive inflammatory skin conditions complicated by susceptible bacterial or fungal infections. Its main uses include:

  • Inflamed fungal skin infections: Epicort GC Cream may be prescribed for certain fungal skin infections accompanied by inflammation, helping treat susceptible fungi while reducing redness, swelling, and itching.
  • Inflammatory skin conditions with bacterial infection: Epicort GC Cream may help treat certain inflammatory skin conditions complicated by susceptible bacterial infections while relieving associated redness, swelling, and itching.
  • Infected eczema and dermatitis: Epicort GC Cream may be prescribed when eczema or dermatitis is complicated by a susceptible bacterial or fungal infection, helping control the infection and associated inflammation.

Key Benefits

Epicort GC Cream may help manage certain inflammatory skin conditions complicated by susceptible bacterial or fungal infections. The primary benefits include:

  • Controls susceptible infections: Clotrimazole treats fungal infections, while gentamicin acts against susceptible bacteria, helping control infections that complicate inflamed skin conditions.
  • Reduces inflammation and itching: Betamethasone helps suppress inflammation, relieving associated redness, swelling, and itching.
  • Provides combined treatment: By treating susceptible bacterial or fungal infections while reducing inflammation, Epicort GC Cream may help relieve symptoms and support recovery of the affected skin.

Directions for Use

  • Apply Epicort GC Cream twice daily; however, follow your doctor's advice regarding the dosage and duration.
  • Apply a thin layer with clean and dry hands on the affected areas. You can also apply it with a piece of clean cotton wool or a gauze swab. Gently rub the medicine into the skin.
  • Wash your hands after using Epicort GC Cream unless the treatment is for hands. Epicort GC Cream is for external use only. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse thoroughly with water.

How Epicort GC Cream Works

Epicort GC Cream contains betamethasone, clotrimazole, and gentamicin, which work in different ways to reduce inflammation and treat susceptible fungal or bacterial infections affecting the skin. Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that suppresses the production and release of substances involved in inflammation. This helps reduce redness, swelling, and itching in the affected area. Clotrimazole is an antifungal medicine that disrupts the production of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane. This damages the cell membrane, stops fungal growth, and helps control the infection. Gentamicin is an antibiotic that interferes with the ability of susceptible bacteria to produce proteins needed for their growth and survival. This helps stop bacterial growth and control the infection.
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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No interaction found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using Epicort GC Cream.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor before starting Epicort GC Cream if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before using Epicort GC Cream if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Epicort GC Cream has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Epicort GC Cream.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Epicort GC Cream.

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Children

Caution

Epicort GC Cream should be used for children only when prescribed by a doctor.

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Heart

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of heart problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Epicort GC Cream.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Epicort GC Cream in elderly patients, as it may increase the risk of side effects.

What if I have taken an overdose of Epicort GC Cream

Applying more Epicort GC Cream than recommended once or twice is unlikely to cause significant problems. However, prolonged or excessive use, particularly over large areas of skin or under airtight dressings, may increase the absorption of the medicine and the risk of side effects. If Epicort GC Cream is accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice promptly.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wear loose, breathable clothing: Choose loose-fitting cotton clothing where possible to reduce heat, moisture, and friction around the affected skin.
  • Keep the affected area clean and dry: Gently clean the affected skin and pat it dry, particularly in skin folds, as warm and moist conditions may encourage fungal and bacterial growth.
  • Avoid scratching or picking the skin: Scratching may further irritate or damage the skin and contribute to the spread of infection.
  • Support your overall health: Eat a balanced diet rich in vitamins A, C, and E to support your body's natural immune system and skin repair processes.
  • Avoid sharing personal items: Do not share towels, clothing, bedsheets, or other personal items that come into contact with the affected skin, as some bacterial and fungal infections can spread to others.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Epicort GC Cream to start to work: Epicort GC Cream ideally shows its action within 1 to 2 hours after application. The time for which the effects of Epicort GC Cream last: The duration of action for Epicort GC Cream is clinically unknown.

What if you forget to take Epicort GC Cream

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. 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 of cream to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

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

Drug Warnings

  • Use only on the skin: Apply Epicort GC Cream only to the affected skin as prescribed. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, and other sensitive areas.
  • Apply a thin layer: Use only the amount recommended by your doctor. Applying more medicine or using it more often will not improve treatment and may increase the risk of side effects.
  • Follow the prescribed duration: Use Epicort GC Cream for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not continue treatment for longer than recommended.
  • Monitor your skin condition: Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within the timeframe advised, become worse, or return after treatment, as your condition may need to be reassessed.
  • Avoid airtight coverings: Do not cover the treated area with bandages or airtight dressings unless advised by your doctor, as this may increase the absorption of betamethasone.
  • Watch for skin changes: Tell your doctor if you notice persistent irritation, skin thinning, stretch marks, changes in skin colour, or other unusual changes in the treated area.
  • Avoid prolonged or extensive use: Using Epicort GC Cream for longer than recommended, over large areas, or on damaged skin may increase the absorption of betamethasone into the body and the risk of side effects.
  • Use with care in children: Children may absorb proportionally larger amounts of topical corticosteroids through the skin. Use Epicort GC Cream in children only as prescribed and for the recommended duration.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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The following medicines or skin products may interact with Epicort GC Cream or require additional care when used together:

  • Other topical medicines: Using other creams, ointments, or medicated skin products on the same area may increase irritation or affect how the medicines work. Use them together only if advised by your doctor.
  • Other corticosteroids: Using Epicort GC Cream with other corticosteroid medicines, particularly over large areas or for prolonged periods, may increase overall corticosteroid exposure and the risk of related side effects.
  • Other antibiotics: Tell your doctor if you are using other antibiotic medicines, particularly aminoglycoside antibiotics, as gentamicin belongs to this group and additional monitoring may be needed in some cases.
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 Epicort GC 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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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIBIOTICS AND CORTICOSTEROIDS]

FAQs

Epicort GC Cream is used to treat fungal and bacterial skin infections.
Epicort GC Cream consists of Betamethasone, Clotrimazole and Gentamicin. These drugs treat various bacterial and fungal skin infections by preventing the growth of infection-causing microbes and also relieve the itchiness and inflammation of the skin.
Epicort GC Cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If Epicort GC Cream 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 Epicort GC Cream unless advised by the doctor. Do not apply Epicort GC Cream on sunburns, open wounds, lesions and blisters.
You are required to maintain at least a three-hour gap after application of Epicort GC Cream if you are using more than one topical medicine.
Do not stop using Epicort GC Cream on your own even if the symptoms are relieved. Your symptoms may improve before the skin infection is completely cured. Continue the usage of Epicort GC Cream until your course advised by the doctor is finished.
The common side effects of Epicort GC Cream are burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, Epicort GC Cream is generally not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age unless directed by a doctor.
No, Epicort GC Cream should not be used more frequently than prescribed, even if the condition is severe. Overusing the cream can increase the risk of side effects and may not necessarily improve the effectiveness of the treatment. If your condition is severe, please consult your doctor immediately.
No, you should not self-medicate with Epicort GC Cream. It's important to use this medication under the guidance and prescription of a healthcare professional to ensure it's appropriate for your condition and to avoid any undesirable effects or complications.
Yes, there are several substitutes for Epicort GC Cream that contain similar active ingredients. Some alternatives include, niosol-f cream, tezcort f cream, clonate-f cream, lozivate-f cream and clobetagen f cream. However, take the advice of your doctor before substituting any medicines for Epicort GC Cream.
Epicort GC Cream starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better. It's important to continue using the Epicort GC Cream for the full duration prescribed by your doctor.
You should avoid applying Epicort GC Cream to your face unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so. The skin on your face is very thin and highly sensitive, making it more prone to side effects like skin thinning. Talk to your doctor for advice on treating facial skin conditions.
The safety of using this combination cream during pregnancy has not been fully established. It should only be used if your doctor determines that the benefits outweigh the potential risks to the baby. Talk to your doctor before using Epicort GC Cream if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Epicort GC Cream is strictly for topical use on the skin and is harmful if swallowed. If anyone accidentally swallows this medicine, seek medical attention immediately. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have concerns about accidental ingestion.
There are no direct interactions between alcohol and topically applied Epicort GC Cream. However, maintaining a healthy lifestyle supports your body's immune system in fighting off infections. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about alcohol use during treatment.
Mild dryness or peeling can occur as a common side effect of this medication. If the dryness is severe, painful, or accompanied by burning, stop using the product and consult your healthcare provider. Talk to your doctor for guidance on managing dry skin.

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Country of origin

India
Other Info - EP97544
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