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Dipsalic F Ointment Benefits & Uses

Dipsalic F Ointment is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Keratosis, Seborrheic
Lichen Planus
Dermatitis

Dipsalic F Ointment 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dipsalic F Ointment Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dipsalic F Ointment is used -

Moderate

Erythema

Mild

Itching or burning
Dry Skin
Infection
Rash
Headache
Hair Loss
Skin irritation
Swelling

Dipsalic F Ointment Related Warnings

Is the use of Dipsalic F Ointment safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Dipsalic F Ointment will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Dipsalic F Ointment safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Dipsalic F Ointment on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Dipsalic F Ointment will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Dipsalic F Ointment on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Dipsalic F Ointment on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Dipsalic F Ointment on the Liver?

Dipsalic F Ointment does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Dipsalic F Ointment on the Heart?

Dipsalic F Ointment is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Dipsalic F Ointment with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Deferasirox

Clindamycin

Isotretinoin

Tazarotene

Mild

Acarbose

Aspirin

Adapalene

Benzoyl Peroxide

Bdiff A Gel

Dipsalic F Ointment Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Diabetes
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Dipsalic F Ointment

Is this Dipsalic F Ointment habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dipsalic F Ointment.

Dipsalic F Ointment Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dipsalic F Ointment

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dipsalic F Ointment and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dipsalic F Ointment

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Dipsalic F Ointment and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Frequently asked Questions about Dipsalic F Ointment

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dipsalic F Ointment cause dry skin?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Dipsalic F Ointment might cause dry skin in few cases only. However, the exact cause behind dry skin is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use a skin moisturizer. Skin moisturizer should be applied only after 30 minutes of applying this drug so that the Dipsalic F Ointment can be absorbed by the skin.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Dipsalic F Ointment cause skin discoloration?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Dipsalic F Ointment may cause skin discoloration or color changes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind skin discoloration is not known but it is more likely to occur if the skin is covered with a dressing after applying this drug. So you are advised to not cover your skin with a dressing after applying this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dipsalic F Ointment lighten skin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Dipsalic F Ointment might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Dipsalic F Ointment is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Dipsalic F Ointment for lichen sclerosus?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Dipsalic F Ointment might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Dipsalic F Ointment to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Dipsalic F Ointment work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Dipsalic F Ointment contains clobetasol which is presumed to work by promoting the induction of inhibitory proteins (lipocortins) in the body. Lipocortins prevents the release of arachidonic acid which causes synthesis and release of certain chemicals such as histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins that causes inflammation. In this way Dipsalic F Ointment prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.