Pregnancy interaction

• Not advised during pregnancy unless explicitly suggested by a physician.
• Clobetasol is a very strong topical steroid. Using it for a long time or on a big area may make fetal growth a problem.
• Neomycin can be absorbed through broken skin and can induce ototoxicity in rare cases (with too much use).
• There isn't a lot of information about how safe ketoconazole, clioquinol, and tolnaftate are during pregnancy. Only use them if the benefits outweigh the dangers.
• Don't put it on broken skin, your face (unless your doctor says it's okay), or under tight dressings.

FAQs for Medicine?
 

Q1. What is Dermiflex Cream for?
It is used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and inflammation.

Q2. Is Dermiflex a cream with steroids in it?
Yes, because Clobetasol is a fairly potent steroid.

Q3. Is it okay to put this cream on my face?
No, unless a dermatologist tells you to. Strong steroids can hurt the skin of the face.

Q4. How long is it safe to use this cream?
Usually between 5 and 7 days. Long-term use can make your skin thinner and create negative effects from steroids.

Q5. Is it good for fungal illnesses like ringworm?
Only if the infection is both mixed and inflamed.
Pure antifungals are better for minor fungal infections.

Q6. Is this safe for kids?
Children should not use high-potency steroids unless they are well watched.

Q7. Does Dermiflex help with itching?
Yes, but only if the itching is caused by an inflammatory infection.
Don't use it for acne, fairness, general itching, or pigmentation.

 

Expert advice

• Don't use the cream more than once or twice a day, and only in a very thin layer.
• Unless you are told to, don't put it on your face, groin, armpits, or private parts.
• Don't use it under bandages or on the skin; this makes it more likely to be absorbed.
• If you see redness, burning, or the illness getting worse, stop using it.
• Don't mix with other creams.
• Using steroids for a long time might produce stretch marks, thinning skin, and changes in hormones.
• After applying, wash your hands.
• Don't use for beauty purposes.

Side effects
 

Normal

• Feeling of burning
• Irritation or redness
• Dryness
• Itching
• Skin peeling
• Not as Common
• Thinning of the skin (atrophy)
• Marks from stretching
• Breakouts that look like acne
• Darkening or lightening of the skin
• Too much hair growth on the area that was treated
• Infections that come after
• Serious (rare, long-term/high absorption)
• Problems with hormones
• Ototoxicity associated to neomycin (very rare)
• Allergic responses

How It Works

• Clobetasol (0.05%) is a steroid.
• Lessens redness, swelling, itching, and inflammation.
• Neomycin (0.1%) is an antibiotic.
• Stops protein production, which kills bacteria.
• Antifungal ketoconazole (2%)
• Stops the growth of fungi by stopping the production of ergosterol.
• Clioquinol (1%) – Antimicrobial
• Fungi, bacteria, and protozoa are all affected.
• 1% Tolnaftate: Antifungal
• Stops dermatophytes (fungi that cause ringworm) from growing.
• ➡️ They work together to treat difficult skin infections that have inflammation, bacteria, and fungi all at the same time.

Medicine interaction

• Other creams with steroids
• Other powerful creams that kill fungi or bacteria
• Retinoids, like tretinoin
• Products with benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or AHA/BHA
• Soaps that are rough or chemical exfoliants
• Tell your doctor if you are using:
• Antifungals or antibiotics taken by mouth
• Tablets of steroids
• Immunosuppressants
• When used correctly, there shouldn't be any big interactions with other systems.

How to use

• Make sure to clean and dry the area that was impacted well.
• Put on a thin coating once or twice a day, or as prescribed.
• Don't put it on a lot of skin.
• Don't rub hard.
• Do not put bandages or fabric over it.
• Don't touch your eyes, nose, mouth, or open wounds.
• Only use for a limited time, usually less than seven days.
• For kids, only use if a doctor says to.

Uses/indications

• Skin infections with both fungi and bacteria
• Dermatitis that is infected
• Eczema that is infected
• Fungal infections that cause swelling
• Ringworm (Tinea corporis) with a secondary infection
• Tinea cruris (jock itch)—use as recommended by a doctor
• Tinea pedis (athlete's foot)
• Intertrigo (infections under the breasts or in the groin caused by bacteria or fungi)