Alkocortenbioform , cream Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions & Warnings

Generic drug of the Therapeutic class: Dermatology
Active ingredients: Flumetasone , Clioquinol

Drug withdrawn from the market on 08/24/2018

what is Alkocortenbioform cream ?

This medication is usually prescribed for:

• Contact eczema
• Atopic dermatitis
• Stasis dermatitis
• Psoriasis
• Seborrheic dermatitis except the face
• Insect bite
• Parasitic prurigo

what is Alkocortenbioform cream used for and indication?

This medicine contains a corticosteroid of moderate activity and an antiseptic.

It is indicated for certain skin conditions such as contact eczema, atopic dermatitis, but your doctor may prescribe it in other cases.

Presentation (s) available for Alkocortenbioform

1 tube (s) painted aluminum of 15 g

FEATURE	DESCRIPTION
Pharmaceutical class	not communicated
Active substance (s)	per 100 g of cream: clioquinol (3,000 g), flumetasone pivalate (0.020 g)
General medicine	no
Pharmaceutical form	cream
Route (s) of administration	cutaneous
Selling price	unregulated price
Social security reimbursement rate	0%
Laboratory (s)	Laboratory (s) manufacturer Alkocortenbioform
Conditions of issue	available by simple prescription

Alkocortenbioform Dosage

The dosage is 1 to 2 applications per day in a thin layer, followed by a light massage. Do not increase the number of applications per day.

Alkocortenbioform Contraindications

Never use ALKOCORTENBIOFORM, cream in the following cases:

• allergy to any component of the drug
• ulcerated lesions
• acne
• rosacea
• infectious diseases of the skin of viral (herpes, shingles, chickenpox, etc.), bacterial (example: impetigo, etc.), mycotic (due to microscopic fungi) or parasitic origin.
• application on the eyelids

IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK FOR THE OPINION OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST.

How To Take Alkocortenbioform ?

Method and route of administration

DERMAL

• It is advisable to apply the product in spaced strokes, then to spread it by massaging lightly until it is fully absorbed.
• Wash hands after application.

Frequency of administration

• 1 to 2 applications per day as prescribed by your doctor

Duration of treatment

• The treatment will be stopped gradually, by spacing out the applications and / or by using a less strong or less dosed corticosteroid.
• Strictly follow your doctor’s prescription and do not prolong the treatment.

how does Alkocortenbioform work?

Association of a moderate activity DERMOCORTICOIDE and an ANTISEPTIC.

(D: dermatology).

• Topical corticosteroids are classified into 4 activity levels according to skin vasoconstriction tests: very strong, strong, moderate, weak activity.
• Locacortene Vioforme contains a corticosteroid of moderate activity and an antiseptic, clioquinol.
• Flumetasone pivalate is the essential active substance.
• Active on certain inflammatory processes (for example: contact hypersensitivity) and the pruritic effect which is linked to them. Vasoconstrictor. Inhibits cell multiplication.

How To Store Alkocortenbioform ?

• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Expiration date

• Do not use ALKOCORTENBIOFORM, cream after the expiry date stated on the outer packaging.

Storage conditions

• Store at a temperature below 25 ° C.

If necessary, warnings against certain visible signs of deterioration

• Medicines must not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with any unused medicine. These measures will help to protect the environment.

Alkocortenbioform drug Side Effects

Like all medicines, ALKOCORTENBIOFORM, cream can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them:

Due to the presence of a corticosteroid

• With prolonged use, there is a risk of thinning and fragility of the skin, dilation of small blood vessels, stretch marks, acne breakout.
• Cases of exaggerated development of the hair system, discoloration of the skin, secondary infection in particular in the event of treatment under an occlusive dressing or in the folds, have been reported.

Due to the presence of the antiseptic:

Skin allergy

• Yellowish discoloration of the skin disappearing quickly.
• If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if any side effects get serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Alkocortenbioform Interactions

If you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Effects on ability to Drive and use machines

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Warnings and Precautions

WARNINGS

• The prolonged use on the face of corticosteroids with moderate activity exposes to the occurrence of corticosteroid-induced and paradoxically corticosensitive dermatitis, with rebound after each stop. A gradual weaning, particularly difficult, is then necessary.
• Due to the passage of the corticosteroid into the systemic circulation, treatment over large areas or under occlusion may cause the systemic effects of systemic corticosteroid therapy, particularly in infants and toddlers. They consist of a cushingoid syndrome and a slowing of growth. These accidents disappear when treatment is stopped, but abrupt cessation can be followed by acute adrenal insufficiency.

PRECAUTIONS FOR USE

• In infants, it is preferable to avoid corticosteroids of moderate activity. One should be particularly wary of spontaneous occlusion phenomena which may occur in the folds or under the layers.
• In the event of a bacterial or mycotic infection of a corticosensitive dermatosis, precede the use of the corticosteroid with a specific treatment.
• If a local intolerance appears, the treatment must be interrupted and the cause must be sought.
• Breast-feeding: during oral treatment, breast-feeding should be avoided because corticosteroids are excreted in breast milk. By local route, the transdermal passage and therefore the risk of excretion of the corticosteroid in the milk will depend on the surface treated, the degree of epidermal damage and the duration of treatment.

TATE TO ASK FOR THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST.

PREGNANCY & BREAST-FEEDING & FERTILITY

Pregnancy

• No teratogenicity studies have been performed with topical corticosteroids.
• However, studies concerning the intake of oral corticosteroids have not revealed a higher risk of malformation than that observed in the general population.

Breast-feeding

• During oral treatment, breast-feeding should be avoided because corticosteroids are excreted in breast milk.

By local route, the transdermal passage and therefore the risk of excretion of the corticosteroid in the milk will depend on the surface treated, the degree of epidermal damage and the duration of treatment.

What happens if I overdose from Alkocortenbioform ?

If you use more ALKOCORTENBIOFORM, cream than you should:

• Always use ALKOCORTENBIOFORM, cream as your doctor has told you.
• Excessive or prolonged use of topical corticosteroids may be the cause of exacerbation of undesirable effects, and systemic passage is not excluded.
• In case of systemic overdose, appropriate symptomatic treatment is indicated. If you have used more ALKOCORTENBIOFORM, cream than you need, contact your doctor.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

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What happens if you stop taking Alkocortenbioform ?

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What is  Forms and Composition ?

Appearance and shape

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Special warnings:

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