Xzema

TOPICAL PREPARATION: Fusidic Acid + Betamethasone

Indication

Xzema cream is indicated in inflammatory dermatoses where bacterial infection is present or likely to occur. Inflammatory dermatoses include atopic eczema, discoid eczema, stasis eczema, seborrhoeic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, psoriasis and discoid lupus erythematosus.

Contraindication

Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in viral, tuberculous and fungal skin infections, perioral dermatitis, acne rosacea and ulcerative condition. Also contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to any component.

Dosage & Administration

Uncovered lesions     : 2-3 times daily applications.

Covered lesions         : Less frequent application may be adequate.

Side Effect

With other topical corticosteroids, prolonged and intensive treatment may cause local atrophic changes of the skin, such as striae, thinning and dilatation of the superficial blood vessels, particularly when occlusive dressing is used or when skin folds are involved. Systemic absorption, sufficient to produce hypercorticism /adrenal suppression, can occur with prolonged or extensive use, especially when used under occlusion/napkin. Infants and children are particularly at risk.

Drug Interaction

No interaction studies have been performed. Interactions with systemically administered medicinal products are considered minimal.

Presentation

Xzema cream: Each pack has a tube containing 10 gm of the cream.