Diprosalic ointment 30g

Composition

Diprosalic ointment:
1 g of ointment contains 0.64 mg of betamethasone dipropionate, which is equivalent to 0.5 mg (0.05%) of betamethasone, and 30 mg (3%) of salicylic acid;
tubes of 30 g

Diprosalic lotion:
1 g of lotion contains 0.64 mg of betamethasone dipropionate, which is equivalent to 0.5 mg (0.05%) of betamethasone, and 20 mg (2%) of salicylic acid. PH value - 5.0;
Bottles of 30 ml.

Pharmacology

Diprosalik - anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, anti-allergic, keratolytic, anti-microbial agent. Ointment and Diprosalic lotion are combined preparations based on two active substances - betamethasone dipropionate and salicylic acid.

Betamethasone dipropionate - glucocorticosteroid, has anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and antipruritic effect.
Salicylic acid when applied topically, it has keratolytic as well as antimicrobial and antifungal properties.

Indications and usage

Ointment, Diprosalic lotion is used to reduce the inflammatory manifestations of hyperkeratic and dry corticosteroids sensitive dermatoses, such as psoriasis, chronic atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, lichen planus, eczema (including monteous eczema, eczema of the hands, eczematous dermatitis, eczema (including montetic eczema, eczema of the hands, eczematous dermatitis, eczema (including monteous eczema, eczema of the hands, eczematous dermatitis, eczema), seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, ichthyosis vulgaris and other ichthyosoform dermatosis.

Dosage and administration

Ointment is applied with a thin layer on the affected area, and a few drops of lotion are rubbed into the affected skin 2 times a day - in the morning and at night. In some patients, a supportive effect can be achieved with less frequent applications.

Adverse reactions

Adverse events with the use of corticosteroids topically include burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acne-like rashes, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis. When using occlusive dressings, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, atrophy of the skin, stria, and prickly heat occur.
Salicylic acid can cause dermatitis.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any component of the drug.

If symptoms of irritation or sensitization occur with the use of ointment, Diprosalik lotion, treatment should be stopped. If there is infection, prescribe the appropriate therapy.
With long-term use of the drug on large surfaces (especially when using occlusive dressings), side effects are possible due to the resorptive effect of betamethasone, including oppression of the adrenal cortex.

The safety of using local glucocorticosteroids in pregnant women has not been established. The purpose of this group of drugs during pregnancy is justified only if the potential benefits outweigh the potential risks to the fetus.

The drug can be used in children aged 2 years.

When prescribing glucocorticoids, locally in children more often than in adults there are signs of suppression of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal system due to the greater in children ratio of body surface area to mass.

Suppression of adrenal function, Cushing's syndrome, growth retardation, insufficient weight gain, increased intracranial pressure were observed in children who received corticosteroids for local use. Manifestations of adrenal suppression in children: low plasma cortisol levels and a lack of response to ACTH stimulation. Increased intracranial pressure is manifested by protrusion of the fontanel, headaches, bilateral swelling of the optic nerve head.

Storage conditions

At a temperature of from 2 to 30 ° C. Keep away from light.