Diprobate S Plus Ointment

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Active Ingredient	Betamethasone (0.05% w/w) + Salicylic Acid (3.5% w/w) + Zinc Oxide (0.5% w/w)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	DERMA
User Rating	4.1
User Reviews	408

FAQ

What if you forget to take Diprobate S Plus?

If you miss a dose of Diprobate S Plus, 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.

Diprobate S Plus Ointment Reviews

Diprobate S Plus is a prescription medicine having a combination of medicines that is used to treat eczema and psoriasis. It provides relief from redness, itching and swelling. It removes the dead skin cells and helps in softening the skin.

Diprobate S Plus 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 Diprobate S Plus Ointment Works

Diprobate S Plus is a combination of three medicines: Betamethasone, Salicylic Acid and Zinc Oxide which treat eczema and psoriasis. Betamethasone is a steroid medicine. It blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Salicylic Acid is a keratolytic medicine which breaks down keratin clumps, removes dead skin cells and softens the skin. It also enhances the absorption of Betamethasone into the skin. Zinc Oxide has astringent and antiseptic action.

How to Use Diprobate S Plus Ointment

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 gently massage the ointment.

Benefits of Diprobate S Plus Ointment

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 Diprobate S Plus helps manage psoriasis symptoms like itching, pain, redness, swelling or irritation. It moisturizes the skin and makes it soft and smooth. Diprobate S Plus also prevents any kind of infection at the affected area, especially if those areas are frequently touched or scratched. Clean and dry the affected area before applying Diprobate S Plus. Use it atleast 2-3 times a day or as prescribed. You may see change in your skin appearance after few weeks.
In Eczema: Eczema is a condition in which patches of skin swells and becomes dry, itchy, rough and red. Diprobate S Plus moisturizes the skin and helps reduce dryness and itchiness. It reduces swelling and redness at the affected area. Diprobate S Plus also prevents any kind of infection at the affected area, especially if those areas are frequently touched or scratched. Apply 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.

Uses of Diprobate S Plus Ointment

Psoriasis
Eczema

Diprobate S Plus Ointment Side Effects

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Diprobate S Plus is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Diprobate S Plus 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.

Quick Tips

Apply to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
After you have applied Diprobate S Plus, remember to wash your hands (unless your hands are the treated area).
It is advisable to apply it once a day. For best effect, leave it on during the day if you have applied it in the morning, or overnight if you have used it in the evening.
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.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
Do not apply it on open wounds and cuts.
Diprobate S Plus is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort associated with psoriasis and eczema.
Do not apply it on your face unless your doctor has asked you to. If you have been told to use it on your face, be careful not to get any preparation near your eyes, and do not use it for longer periods of time than you have been advised.
If you are using a moisturizer along with this preparation, apply the moisturizer first. Then wait 10-15 minutes before applying Diprobate S Plus.
Your skin may become more sensitive to sunlight than normal while you are using Diprobate S Plus. Try to avoid sitting out in the sun and do not use sunbeds.