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Cambizen Benefits & Uses

Cambizen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Sarcoidosis
Lichen Planus
Hives
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dermatitis
Blisters
Nasal Polyps

Cambizen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Psoriasis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cambizen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cambizen is used -

Mild

Sore throat

Common

Headache
Chills
Cough
Abdominal cramp
पेट दर्द
Runny Nose (Read More - How to Clear Nasal Congestion)
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Bone Pain

Cambizen Related Warnings

Is the use of Cambizen safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Cambizen for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Cambizen safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Cambizen on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Cambizen will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cambizen on the Kidneys?

Cambizen may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Cambizen on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cambizen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cambizen on the Heart?

Side effects of Cambizen rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cambizen with Other Drugs

Cambizen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

BCG (Bacillus calmette-guerin)

Moderate

Aspirin

Acetazolamide

Adalimumab

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Pioglitazone,Metformin

Pioglitazone,Glimepiride

Atenolol,Chlorthalidone

Cambizen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cambizen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Glaucoma
Tuberculosis (TB)
Osteoporosis
Infections
Bronchitis
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cambizen

Is this Cambizen habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Cambizen is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Cambizen will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cambizen should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Cambizen for mental disorders.

No

Cambizen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cambizen

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cambizen with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cambizen

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cambizen.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cambizen

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I use Cambizen to treat burns?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

No, Cambizen cannot be used for the treatment of burns. It is used for treating rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Burns can be treated with skin cream, lotion or an ointment containing ingredients like gentamycin sulfate, fusidic acid, silver nitrate, silver sulfadiazine, mafenide acetate, etc. Please do not self-medicate with Cambizen for burns and speak to your doctor for a recommendation.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I apply Cambizen for treating acne?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Cambizen is a topical corticosteroid which is used for treating conditions like psoriasis and eczema. It is not to be used on face and that too for treating acne. Acne can be treated by using anti-acne preparations containing active ingredients like alpha-hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, clay, sulfur, etc. Acne is rather one of the side effects caused by Cambizen.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Cambizen work?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Cambizen works by releasing some anti-inflammatory proteins and inhibiting the synthesis of some inflammation mediators. This provides relief to the patient temporarily.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Cambizen for hemmorhoids?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Cambizen is not indicated for hemorrhoids. Please consult your doctor before using Cambizen for conditions other than the recommended ones.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Cambizen?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Cambizen is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.