CORTIDEX

CORTIDEX

 

COMPOSITIONS

Each 100 grams contains:

– Dexamethasone acetate: ……………………………………………………………………….50 mg

– Chloramphenicol :…………………………………………………………………………………….2 g

– Excipients : q.s. …………………………………………………………………………………..100 g

THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES

• Active against certain inflammatory processes and the associated itching
• Vasoconstrictor effect (anti-exudative)

INDICATIONS

• Facial seborrheic dermatitis
• Certain localized forms of eczema, particularly on the face and eyelids

CONTRAINDICATIONS

• Primary bacterial, viral, fungal, or parasitic skin infections
• Ulcerated lesions
• Acne and rosacea
• Known hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation

IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST

PRECAUTIONS

• If local intolerance occurs, treatment must be discontinued, and the cause investigated
• In the case of application to the eyelids, the duration of treatment should be limited

SIDE EFFECTS

• On the face, corticosteroids may cause perioral dermatitis, or may induce or worsen rosacea
• Reported adverse effects include:

• Acneiform eruptions
• Hypertrichosis (excess hair growth)
• Depigmentation

DOSAGE AND METHOS OF ADMNINISTRATION

• Apply no more than twice daily

STORAGE

• Store away from light and moisture
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children
• Do not use after the expiry date indicated on the label