Duo Beclomethasone Ointment

Adult dosage

Apply an appropriate amount to the affected area once daily. The recommended treatment period is 4 weeks, after which treatment may be resumed under the supervision of a doctor. The maximum dosage is 15 g per day and should not exceed 100 g per week. The body surface area should not exceed 30%.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients allergic to this drug or its components, those with calcium metabolism disorders, patients with specific types of psoriasis, patients with severe kidney or liver diseases, children and infants, and patients with skin infections from bacteria, fungi, or viruses around the face or eye areas, etc., should not use this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, the elderly, and patients with liver dysfunction or diabetes should exercise caution when using this medication. Particularly, diabetic patients should consult their doctor as their blood sugar levels can be affected. Various side effects may occur on the skin when using this medication. For example, infections, itching, rashes, dry skin, redness, and pain may arise, and long-term use may lead to skin thinning, pigmentation changes, and acne-like symptoms. If these symptoms occur, discontinue use and consult a specialist. Also, this medication contains corticosteroid ingredients; using it for a long time or over large areas can affect the entire body. This could suppress pituitary and adrenal functions or lead to high blood pressure, glaucoma, blurred vision, and other eye-related issues, so caution is advised. It is essential to adhere to the prescribed usage and dosage, and it is advisable to discontinue use as soon as symptoms improve. Long-term or large-scale use should be avoided, particularly during the occlusive dressing method. During pregnancy or while breastfeeding, extensive or long-term use of this medication may affect the fetus or newborn, so it is recommended to use it on the smallest area possible for a short duration. It is advisable not to apply this medication to the breast area while nursing. This medication should not be used in conjunction with other corticosteroid drugs, and the effect may be reduced when used with salicylic acid. If the medication gets into the eyes, it should be rinsed immediately with clean water, and if symptoms are severe, you should seek care from an ophthalmologist. Additionally, take care to avoid its contact with the face, areas around the eyes, mouth, scalp, and genital skin, and always wash your hands thoroughly after use. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and use it within 12 months after opening. Finally, prolonged or excessive use of this medication may worsen skin symptoms in psoriasis patients, so caution is advised.

Serious side effects

• Hypercalcemia
• angioedema
• facial swelling.

Mild side effects

Folliculitis, pustules, skin irritation, pain, fever, burning sensation, rash/redness, flushing, itching, dry skin, pustular dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, heat rash, wound worsening, pressure ulcers, pustulosis, skin pain, inflammation, dermatitis, erythema, worsening of psoriasis, pigmentation changes at the application site, pustular psoriasis, eczema, photosensitivity, angioedema, facial swelling, steroid-induced acne, skin atrophy, telangiectasia, purpura, steroid-induced injection, and perioral dermatitis.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 25 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pale yellow or yellow ointment

Package unit

30 grams/tube