Quick Facts for Keralin Ointment
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- DERMA
Composition of Keralin Ointment
- Benzoic Acid (12% w/w)
- Hydrocortisone (0.5% w/w)
- Salicylic Acid (6% w/w)
Uses of Keralin Ointment
- Treatment of Psoriasis
Side Effects of Keralin Ointment
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Safety Advice for Keralin Ointment
- Alcohol (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): No interaction found/established
- Pregnancy (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): Keralin Ointment 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): Keralin Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
- Driving (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): No interaction found/established
- Kidney (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): No interaction found/established
- Liver (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): No interaction found/established
What to do if you miss a dose of Keralin Ointment
If you miss a dose of Keralin Ointment, 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.
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Quick Facts
About Keralin Ointment
Keralin Ointment is a combination medicine that is used to treat psoriasis. It removes dead skin cells and softens the skin. It also minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as skin redness, swelling, and itching. It may cause side effects like dry skin, irritation, itching, and redness.Keralin Ointment is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.The most common side effects of this medicine are itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.). Drink plenty of water and apply moisturizing cream or lotion to avoid of cope up with the side effects.Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and discuss it your doctor. Consult the doctor before receiving any consult the doctor before receiving any cosmetic treatment.
How It Works
Keralin Ointment is a combination medicine that is used to treat psoriasis. It removes dead skin cells and softens the skin. It also minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as skin redness, swelling, and itching. It may cause side effects like dry skin, irritation, itching, and redness.Keralin Ointment is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.The most common side effects of this medicine are itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.). Drink plenty of water and apply moisturizing cream or lotion to avoid of cope up with the side effects.Before taking this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and discuss it your doctor. Consult the doctor before receiving any consult the doctor before receiving any cosmetic treatment.
How to Use
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.
What if you miss a dose?
If you miss a dose of Keralin Ointment, 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.
Storage
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Composition of Keralin Ointment
Uses of Keralin Ointment
Key Benefits of Keralin Ointment
- In Treatment of Psoriasis Psoriasis is a skin problem in which skin cells build up and form scales and dry patches which are itchy and painful. Applying Keralin Ointment helps manage psoriasis as well as other symptoms like pain, redness, swelling, or irritation associated with it. It also moisturizes the skin and makes it soft and smooth. Clean and dry the affected area before applying Keralin Ointment. Use it at least 2-3 times a day or as prescribed. You may see a change in your skin appearance after few weeks.
Side Effects of Keralin Ointment
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Keralin Ointment
No interaction found/established
Keralin Ointment 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.
Keralin Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
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Authoritative references
- CDSCO (India) — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — Indian drug regulator
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — Government of India health ministry
- WHO Essential Medicines — World Health Organization essential medicines lists
- National Health Portal (India) — Government of India National Health Portal