Advantan Ointment

SPECIFICATION

 10Gm

Generics

Methylprednisolone Aceponate

About

It reduces the inflammation and allergic reaction of the skin. Therefore it lessens redness (erythema), fluid build-up (oedema) and fluid oozing from the inflamed skin. It also relieves the itchiness, burning sensation or pain you may feel.

Indication

It is used for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (endogenous eczema, neurodermatitis), eczema in children, contact eczema, or degenerative, dyshidrotic, or vulgar eczema.

Side Effects

Common: A burning sensation and itch at the site of application Uncommon: Dryness, redness (erythema), blisters, hair follicle inflammation (folliculitis), rash or tingling at the site of application -Allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis) Rare: Skin infection, swelling or irritation at the site of application - Fungal skin infection -Skin infection producing pus, skin cracks, swelling of the small blood vessels in the skin, thinning of the skin (atrophy), acne . Not known: Increased hair growth -Stretch marks, specific skin inflammation in the area of the upper lip and chin (perioral dermatitis), skin discolouration, allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis) - Blurred vision

Drug Interactions

Interactions with other medicines are not known so far. However, tell your doctor if you are using, have recently used or might use any other medicines.

When not to Use

Do not use • if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance methylprednisolone aceponate (MPA) or to any of the other ingredients of methylprednisolone • if pre-existing eczema or rash has become infected • on skin areas affected by a skin inflammation that is red/rosy in colour (rosacea), ulcers, inflamed diseases of the sebaceous glands (acne vulgaris) or skin folds, groin or under the arm pits (intertrigo acne) or skin diseases accompanied by a thinning of the skin (atrophic skin diseases) • On skin that is weeping .

Precaution

Anti-inflammatory medicines (corticosteroids) like the active substance methylprednisolone aceponate show strong effects on the body. It is not recommended to use on large areas of the body or for prolonged periods of time as this will significantly increase the risk of side effects.