Eclospan Cream 5 gm

Eclospan Cream 5 gm is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial and fungal skin infections. It may also be indicated in eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and nail infections. Bacterial skin infection occurs when bacteria enter the body through broken skin. Fungal skin infection is a disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection.

Eclospan Cream 5 gm contains Beclomethasone (a steroid), Miconazole (an antifungal), and Neomycin (an antibiotic). Miconazole prevents the formation of a fungal protective covering and stops fungal growth. Beclomethasone inhibits the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Neomycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis and kills bacteria. Together, Eclospan Cream 5 gm helps treat skin infections.

In some cases, Eclospan Cream 5 gm may cause side effects such as a burning sensation, irritation, and itching at the site of application. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Eclospan Cream 5 gm in more than prescribed doses or on a large area of skin for a longer duration. Avoid wrapping or covering the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Eclospan Cream 5 gm is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial and fungal skin infections. It may also be indicated in eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and nail infections. Eclospan Cream 5 gm contains Beclomethasone (steroid), Miconazole (anti-fungal), and Neomycin (antibiotic). Miconazole works by preventing the formation of fungal protective covering and stops fungal growth. Beclomethasone works by inhibiting the release of chemical messengers that cause inflammation and redness. Neomycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis and kills bacteria. Together, Eclospan Cream 5 gm helps in treating skin infections.

• Burning sensation
• Irritation
• Itching

Do not use Eclospan Cream 5 gm if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have/had acne, rosacea (small, red, pus-filled bumps on the face), perioral dermatitis (inflammation of the skin around the mouth), genital or perianal pruritus, herpes simplex, vaccinia, varicella, kidney or liver disease. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid wrapping or covering the treated area with a bandage unless advised by your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking oral anti-coagulants (warfarin); caution should be exercised, and the anti-coagulant effect should be monitored.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have acne, rosacea, perioral dermatitis, genital or perianal pruritus, herpes simplex, vaccinia, or varicella.

• WARFARIN

•  Do not scratch the affected area of the skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
•  Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
•  Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
•  Avoiding getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents and rough fabrics.
•  Avoid the consumption of foods with excess sugar, as it may flare up inflammation.
•  Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats and fish in your diet.
•  Reducing stress and maintaining a good sleep cycle would be helpful.

• Clean and dry the affected area before using Eclospan Cream 5 gm.
• Do not use Eclospan Cream 5 gm on dressing, band-aids, and make-up unless told otherwise by the doctor.
• If Eclospan Cream 5 gm comes in contact with eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with water immediately.
• Wash your hands before and after using Eclospan Cream 5 gm; however, do not wash your hands if you are applying Eclospan Cream 5 gm on your hands.

Bacterial skin infection: It occurs when bacteria enter the body through broken skin. Bacterial skin infections are generally mild and can be treated using topical antibiotics. Few infections need treatment using an oral antibiotic. Symptoms include rashes, blisters, cracked/dry skin, itching, redness, swelling, stinging or burning sensation. 

Fungal skin infection: Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). The symptoms of a fungal infection include scaly skin, blisters, itching, swelling, irritation and redness.