Neomycin and Gramicidin and Nystatin and Triamcinolone – cream or ointment
Brands Names: Animax, Dermacombin, Kenacomb, Viaderm KC
- Form of administration: Cream or ointment
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Why is the drug here:
A cream or ointment that is frequently used in pediatrics.
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Purpose of treatment:
For the treatment of dermatitis (non-specific skin inflammation) caused by a combination of skin contaminants, including bacteria and fungi. In fact, since these creams / ointments are not specific and include everything (antibiotics, antifungals and steroids), it is difficult to miss when using this product.
- Ingredients: Four components - two antibiotics called Neomycin and Gramicidin, an antifungal called Nystatin and a steroid called Triamcinolone.
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How to use:
Apply to the affected area 3 times a day, usually for a limited number of days. Do not apply to facial skin.
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Benefits:
A basic and non-specific combination that helps a lot of skin problems in children.
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Side Effects:
The main side effects are related to the fact that these creams / ointments have a relatively potent steroid and therefore – should not be applied to the facial skin and should not be treated beyond 3-5 days in a row.
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Another word from the doctor:
When to apply the cream and when to apply the ointment? At the following link (soon).