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Urosone Cream is used to prevent allergies, including swelling, itching, redness, heat, and pain caused by certain skin problems such as psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches), dermatitis (itchy, swelling of the skin) and eczema (itchy, cracked, swollen or rough skin). It contains Betamethasone, which works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Some people may experience side effects such as skin redness, inflamed hair follicles, itching, blistering, or burning sensation at the site of application. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Parker Robinson Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Urosone Cream

Urosone Cream is a prescription topical steroid used to treat various inflammatory skin conditions that cause redness, swelling, and severe irritation. It is commonly prescribed to manage flare-ups from conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and different types of dermatitis. By targeting the source of the irritation directly on the skin, it helps restore comfort and calm active flare-ups.

To achieve the best results, you must apply Urosone Cream consistently and exactly as directed by your doctor, which is typically once or twice daily. Apply a thin layer of the medication only to the affected areas of clean, dry skin. Combining this treatment with a gentle, fragrance-free daily moisturiser and avoiding personal skin triggers can significantly improve your skin's healing process.

While using Urosone Cream, you may experience mild and temporary local side effects, such as a slight burning or stinging sensation when first applied. These reactions are usually harmless, but you should contact your doctor immediately if you notice more serious issues, such as thinning skin, unusual stretch marks, or signs of a skin infection.

Before you begin using this medicine, talk to your doctor if you have any active skin infections, poor blood circulation, or skin thinning. Do not use this medicine if you have untreated skin infections caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi, as topical steroids can weaken your skin's ability to fight them off.

Avoid using Urosone Cream at the same time as other topical steroid creams to prevent excessive absorption into your body and minimise the risk of skin damage. Always consult your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing skin conditions in elderly individuals, as these groups require careful monitoring.

Uses of Urosone Cream

Urosone Cream is used to treat various inflammatory skin conditions that cause redness, swelling, and severe irritation. The detailed uses of Urosone Cream are as follows:

  • Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis): Urosone Cream helps calm active flare-ups by reducing intense itching, redness, and dry, scaly patches on the skin.
  • Psoriasis: It works to clear up stubborn, raised plaques on the skin and slows down the rapid overproduction of skin cells.
  • Dermatitis: It relieves localised skin swelling and allergic reactions caused by direct contact with irritating substances or allergens.
     

Key Benefits

Urosone Cream provides targeted support to help manage inflammatory skin conditions and reduce the discomfort caused by persistent itching, redness, and irritation. By acting directly at the affected area, this medicine offers several key benefits:

  • Rapid Relief from Itching and Irritation: Urosone Cream helps reduce intense itching, burning, and skin discomfort associated with inflammatory skin conditions. This can help minimise scratching, improve comfort, and support better sleep and daily functioning.
  • Reduces Redness and Swelling: By controlling local inflammation, this medicine helps decrease visible redness, swelling, and irritation, allowing the affected skin to look and feel healthier.
  • Supports Skin Healing and Barrier Recovery: Urosone Cream helps calm inflammation and supports the skin's natural healing process. Regular use as prescribed can help restore the skin barrier and reduce the risk of cracks, dryness, and painful fissures during flare-ups.
     

Directions for Use

To use Urosone Cream safely and effectively, please follow these step-by-step instructions:

  • Wash your hands thoroughly with mild soap and water before applying the medication.
  • Gently clean and dry the affected area of your skin before application.
  • Apply a small, thin film of Urosone Cream to the affected area and rub it in gently until it is evenly distributed.
  • Wash your hands immediately after applying the medicine, unless your hands are the area being treated.
  • Do not wrap, bandage, or cover the treated skin unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so.
  • Remember to always use this medication exactly as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Do not apply more than recommended or use it for longer than advised.
     

How Urosone Cream Works

Urosone Cream belongs to a class of medications called topical corticosteroids. When your skin is irritated or reacting to a trigger, your immune system releases inflammatory chemicals that cause the blood vessels to widen, leading to redness, swelling, heat, and itching. This overactive immune response is what causes your skin to look inflamed and feel uncomfortable. When you apply Urosone Cream to your skin, it passes through the skin cells to block the production of these inflammatory chemicals, including prostaglandins and cytokines. By stopping these substances at the source, the medication constricts swollen blood vessels, calms the overactive local immune response, and rapidly clears up skin redness, swelling, and itching.
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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of Urosone Cream with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Urosone Cream.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Urosone Cream is Category C pregnancy drug and is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Urosone Cream is excreted in human milk and is given to a breastfeeding mother only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Urosone Cream usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Urosone Cream with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Urosone Cream with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Urosone Cream is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Urosone Cream if you have pre-existing heart problems. Your doctor will prescribe Urosone Cream if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor before giving Urosone Cream to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe Urosone Cream if the benefits outweigh the risks.

What if I have taken an overdose of Urosone Cream

Do not apply Urosone Cream in large amounts or use it for a long time than recommended, as it does not give quick or better results but increases the risk of side effects.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser within a few minutes after bathing to lock moisture into your skin and support your skin barrier.
  • Limit your baths and showers to 5 to 10 minutes, and use lukewarm water instead of hot water, which can strip away your skin's natural protective oils.
  • Wear loose-fitting, breathable clothing made from soft, natural fabrics like cotton to prevent friction and sweating, which can trigger skin irritation.
  • Identify and write down your personal skin triggers—such as specific soaps, household cleaners, perfumes, or synthetic fabrics, and take active steps to avoid them.
  • Keep your fingernails short and clean to minimise the risk of skin damage and secondary bacterial infections from scratching.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Urosone Cream to start to work: The time required for Urosone Cream to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Urosone Cream last: The duration of action for Urosone Cream is unknown.

What if you forget to take Urosone Cream

Apply the missed dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow your regular schedule. Do not apply an extra amount of Urosone Cream to make up for the missed dose.

Storage

•Store Urosone Cream at room temperature, strictly between 20°C and 25°C (68°F to 77°F). •Keep the tube or container tightly closed when not in use, and protect it from direct sunlight, extreme heat, and moisture.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not apply Urosone Cream to your face, groin, or underarms unless your doctor explicitly tells you to do so, as the skin in these areas is highly sensitive and absorbs medicine more easily.
  • Avoid getting this medication in or near your eyes, nose, or mouth; if accidental contact occurs, rinse the area thoroughly with cool water immediately.
  • Never use this medicine on open wounds, deep cuts, or scraped skin, as this can increase absorption into your bloodstream and cause internal side effects.
  • Do not use Urosone Cream for longer than two consecutive weeks unless your healthcare provider has evaluated your skin and instructed you to continue.
  • Always check the expiration date on the packaging before use, and do not use the cream if the tube is damaged or if the medicine has changed colour or smell.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

  • Other topical corticosteroids: Using other steroid creams or ointments at the same time can increase the risk of skin thinning, skin damage, and absorption into your bloodstream.
  • Oral or injectable corticosteroids: Combining topical treatment with systemic steroids can increase the risk of side effects that affect your hormone levels and adrenal glands.

Drug-Disease Interactions

  • Active skin infections: Applying Urosone Cream to skin affected by untreated bacterial, fungal, or viral infections can suppress your skin's natural defences, causing the infection to spread or worsen.
  • Skin atrophy (skin thinning): If you already have thin, fragile skin or stretch marks in the target area, applying this medicine can cause further skin damage and delay healing.
  • Poor blood circulation: Applying strong topical steroids to areas with poor blood flow can slow down the healing of skin lesions or sores.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[CORTICOSTEROIDS]

FAQs

Urosone Cream is used to treat swelling, itching redness, heat, and pain caused due to certain skin problems such as psoriasis (scales and itchy, dry patches), dermatitis (itchy, swelling of the skin) and eczema (itchy, cracked, swollen or rough skin).
Urosone Cream works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling.
You should use Urosone Cream on your face only if your doctor specifically advises you to do so. The skin on the face is thinner and more sensitive than other areas of the body, making it more prone to side effects such as skin thinning, discoloration, and acne-like eruptions. Avoid prolonged use on the face and do not use it for longer than recommended by your doctor
You are recommended to use Urosone Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition does not improve after 2 weeks of treatment with Urosone Cream, please consult a doctor.
If you have psoriasis, you are recommended to use Urosone Cream as advised by your doctor only. You are advised to apply Urosone Cream under an airtight dressing if you have thick patches of psoriasis on knees or elbows. However, if you experience any difficulty while using Urosone Cream, please consult a doctor.
No, Urosone Cream is not recommended to treat acne as it may worsen the condition. Urosone Cream is only used to reduce itching, swelling and redness caused due to certain skin diseases such as psoriasis, eczema or dermatitis. However, please consult a doctor before using Urosone Cream.
No, you are not recommended to stop using Urosone Cream without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, take Urosone Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Urosone Cream, please consult your doctor.
No, you should never use Urosone Cream to treat a diaper rash on infants or young children unless a paediatrician explicitly prescribes it. Diapers act as an airtight cover, which can dangerously increase the amount of medicine absorbed into the child's body and cause serious hormone-related side effects. Talk to your doctor.
It is best to avoid applying makeup over the treated area of skin. If you must use cosmetics, apply Urosone Cream first, wait for it to absorb completely into the skin, and then gently apply your makeup. Talk to your doctor.
If this medication accidentally gets into your eyes, it can cause severe irritation or even increase the pressure inside your eye. Rinse your eyes immediately and thoroughly with large amounts of cool water, and seek medical advice if you experience changes in your vision or persistent pain. Talk to your doctor.
If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Urosone Cream. If your doctor advises that it is safe to use, avoid applying the cream to your chest or breasts to prevent the infant from accidentally swallowing the medicine or making direct skin contact with it. Talk to your doctor.
Because Urosone Cream is applied directly to the skin, very little of the medication enters your bloodstream when used correctly, meaning weight gain is highly unlikely. However, using too much over large areas of the body or under tight dressings for a long time can lead to systemic absorption, which may cause hormone changes and weight gain. Talk to your doctor.
No, Urosone Cream does not treat fungal skin infections like athlete's foot or ringworm. In fact, applying a topical steroid to a fungal infection can make the infection worse by suppressing your skin's local immune defence. Talk to your doctor.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Parker Robinson Pvt Ltd., Nimak Mahal Road, Kolkata - 700043
Other Info - URO0060
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