Nixclob SL Cream


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Biochemix Health Care Pvt. Ltd.
Active Ingredient Clobetasol (0.05% w/w) + Salicylic Acid (3% w/w) + Lactic Acid (2% w/w) + Urea (100% w/w)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
User Rating4.4
User Reviews697

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Nixclob SL?
If you miss a dose of Nixclob SL, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Answer

Nixclob SL Cream Reviews

Nixclob SL is a prescription medicine having a combination of medicines that are used to treat eczema and psoriasis. It helps to provide relief from redness, itching and swelling. It removes dead skin cells and helps in softening the skin.

Nixclob SL should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. It is for external use only.

Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. The common side effects of this medicine include burning, itching, irritation and redness at the application site.

If these side effects or any other symptoms which you think are because of this medicine persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are suffering from any other disease. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers.

How Nixclob SL Cream Works

Nixclob SL is a combination of four medicines: Clobetasol, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid and Urea which treat eczema and psoriasis. Clobetasol is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid and Urea are keratolytic medicines which break down keratin clumps, remove dead skin cells and soften the skin. They also enhances the absorption of Clobetasol into the skin.

How to Use Nixclob SL Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Benefits of Nixclob SL Cream

  • In Eczema: Eczema is a condition in which patches of skin swells and becomes dry, itchy, rough and red. Nixclob SL moisturizes the skin and helps reduce dryness and itchiness. It also reduces swelling and redness at the affected area. Apply Nixclob SL 1-2 times a day or as prescribed by your doctor. You might see an improvement in your skin after 2 to 3 weeks of treatment.
  • In Psoriasis: Psoriasis is a skin problem in which skin cells build up and form scales and dry patches which are itchy and painful. Applying Nixclob SL helps manage psoriasis symptoms like itching, pain, redness, swelling or irritation. It also moisturizes the skin and makes it soft and smooth. Clean and dry the affected area before applying Nixclob SL. Use it atleast 2-3 times a day or as prescribed. You may see change in your skin appearance after few weeks.

Uses of Nixclob SL Cream

  • Psoriasis
  • Eczema

Nixclob SL Cream Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nixclob SL may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Nixclob SL is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Quick Tips

  • Apply to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
  • Nixclob SL is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.
  • Use a mild moisturizer regularly to overcome the skin dryness during the course of treatment.
  • Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
  • Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
  • After you have applied Nixclob SL, remember to wash your hands (unless your hands are the treated area).

References

  1. Drugs.com. Lactic Acid Cream.
  2. PubChem. Salicylic acid.
  3. Salicylic Acid. Huddersfield: Thornton & Ross Ltd.; 1985 [revised 20 Feb 2018].
  4. Clobetasol propionate. Uxbridge, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline UK; 1993 [revised 18 Oct. 2017].
  5. Clobetasol. Melville, New York: Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc.; 1994. [revised Nov. 2012]
  6. PubChem. Lactic Acid.

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