TETRADERM

Properties:

0.5 mg

1.0 mg

10 mg

10 mg

Tetraderm Cream is a group of multiactive materials such as:

Betamethasone valerate which is an anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstructive agent.

Gentamycine sulfate which is a wide-spectrum antibiotic.

• Tolnaftate which is a fungicidal agent.

Clioquinol which is an antibacterial and anti-fungal agent.

Indications:

Tetraderm Cream is indicated for the treatment of inflammatory manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses when complicated by secondary infection caused by the organisms sensitive to the components of this dermatological preparation or when the possibility of such infection is suspected, such as: greasy dermatitis, contact dermatitis, neurodermatitis, impetigo, follicular dermatitis, chronic eczema, and the pruritus caused by sensitive skin.

Side effects:

Local adverse reactions reported with the use of topical corticosteroids especially under occlusive dressing, include: burning, itching, irritation, hypo pigmentation, hypertrichosis, secondary infection, and skin atrophy.

Rash, irritation and hypersensitivity have been reported with the topical usage of gentamycine sulfate, clioquinol and rarely with tolnaftate.

Precautions:

This medication should not be used in those patients with a history of sensitive reactions to any of its components.

This medication should not be used in pregnant women in large amounts or for long period.

Any of the side effects that are reported following systemic use of corticosteroids including adrenal suppression may also occur with topical corticosteroids especially in infants and children.

Intracranial hypertension has been reported in children receiving topical corticosteroids include a bulging fontanelle, headaches, and bilateral papilledema. Manifestations of adrenal suppression in children have been reported.

Dosage and administration:

A thin film of Tetraderm Cream should be applied to cover completely the affected area two or three times daily or as prescribed by the physician.

Storage:

-Store at temperature between (15-30)°C

-Protect from light, Keep out of reach of children

Presentation:

Aluminum tube contains 20 gr. Tetraderm cream/carton box.