Preticort Ointment 20 gm
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About Preticort Ointment
Preticort Ointment is used in the treatment of various inflammatory skin conditions. This medicine is used to treat skin diseases, including dermatitis (skin inflammation), subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, psoriasis, eczema, dermatoses (skin lesions), and other inflammatory conditions.
Preticort Ointment contains triamcinolone, which helps control inflammation and calm the immune response. It reduces the release of substances that cause swelling and irritation. This helps reduce redness, pain, and discomfort. Thus, it improves comfort in the affected area.
Preticort Ointment is for topical (skin) use only. Common side effects of Preticort Ointment include itching, dryness, irritation, redness and a burning sensation at the application site. These side effects are temporary and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist, please consult your doctor.
Preticort Ointment should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Please do not use it more often or for a longer time than your doctor prescribed. Inform your doctor if you develop any skin infections while using this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
Uses of Preticort Ointment
Preticort Ointment is used in the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis and sub-acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus. The detailed uses of Preticort Ointment are as follows:
- Treat eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis: Preticort Ointment is used to reduce inflammation, redness, and itching associated with chronic skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and various forms of dermatitis.
- Control sub-acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus: Preticort Ointment helps reduce skin inflammation, rashes, and discomfort linked to lupus affecting the skin.
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Directions for Use
- Your doctor will determine the dosage and frequency depending on your condition.
- Apply a thin layer of the medication to the affected area and gently massage it into the skin until absorbed.
- Do not apply near the eyes or mucous membranes, and do not cover the treated area with tight bandages unless instructed by your doctor.
Medicinal Benefits
- Helps reduce skin redness, itching, and inflammation.
- Soothes irritated skin and improves overall skin comfort.
- Helps control immune-related skin inflammation.
- Reduces skin lesions (damaged areas of skin) and discomfort.
- Helps calm allergic skin responses.
- Reduces swelling, itching, and skin irritation.
- Helps control overactive skin inflammation.
- Promotes healing of affected skin areas
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- Avoid massaging the bruise, as this might worsen the damage to the injured tissue.
- Resting the affected area helps prevent more injury and aids healing.
- Place a cloth-wrapped ice pack or cold compress on the affected area for 10 to 15 minutes.
- If the bruise is extensive, severe, or accompanied by other symptoms like warmth, redness, or swelling, get medical help.
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Drug Warnings
- Do not use Preticort Ointment if you are allergic to it or other ingredients.
- Inform your doctor if you have any serious illness or infection.
- Preticort Ointment may weaken your immune system, making you more prone to infections.
- Prolonged use of steroid-containing medicines leads to skin sensitisation and the development of resistant organisms.
- Do not cover the affected areas with occlusive dressings while using Preticort Ointment.
- Avoid applying Preticort Ointment on sunburns, lesions, blisters, and open wounds.
- Topical usage of corticosteroids (Triamcinolone) in pregnant women and nursing mothers should be used with caution under a doctor's supervision.
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Skin Care:
- Use mild soap and take warm baths to avoid skin irritation.
- Do not scratch the affected skin to prevent the spread of infection.
Clothing and Foot Care:
- Wear loose-fitting clothes to reduce sweating and irritation.
- Change socks daily, wash feet regularly, and avoid sweaty footwear
Hygiene:
- Do not share towels, combs, bed sheets, shoes, or socks.
- Wash bed sheets and towels regularly to maintain cleanliness.
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Pregnancy
Caution
Preticort Ointment is a category C medicine. Topical corticosteroids (triamcinolone) during pregnancy may affect the developing baby. It is advised to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before using Preticort Ointment.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Limited information is available on how Preticort Ointment affects the breastfed infant when used by a nursing woman. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before using Preticort Ointment.
Driving
Not applicable
Preticort Ointment has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Let your doctor know if you have liver problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Preticort Ointment.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Let your doctor know if you have kidney problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Preticort Ointment.
Children
Caution
Preticort Ointment can be used in children below 12 years only when a doctor recommends it.
Heart
Caution
Exercise caution before using Preticort Ointment in case of heart problems. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Geriatrics
Caution
Preticort Ointment should be used in the elderly only if advised by a doctor, as dose adjustment may be required.
FAQs
Preticort Ointment is used to treat Inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and sub-acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
Preticort Ointment reduces pain, swelling and inflammation associated with various skin conditions. It works by blocking the release of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. It also narrows the blood vessels at the affected area, decreasing the permeability of cells (including white blood cells) into the affected site.
Preticort Ointment weakens your immune system and increases your risk of infection. So, avoid people who are sick or have infections, especially chickenpox and measles.
Prolonged use of topical steroids is not recommended unless prescribed by the doctor based on your medical condition.
Please do not stop using Preticort Ointment on your own, even if the symptoms are relieved. Your symptoms may improve before the skin infection is completely cured. Continue the usage of Preticort Ointment until your course advised by the doctor is finished.
Preticort Ointment is for topical (for skin) use only. Do not put a bandage or dressing on the affected area unless the doctor advises while treating with Preticort Ointment. Do not apply Preticort Ointment on mucous membranes, lesions, or large areas of skin. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse thoroughly with cold water.
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