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Obederm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Other than this, Obederm has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Obederm. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Obederm have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Obederm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Obederm is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Obederm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Obederm contraindications section.
Besides this, Obederm may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Obederm is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Obederm is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
Is the use of Obederm safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Obederm without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Obederm safe during breastfeeding?
Obederm does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Obederm on the Kidneys?
Obederm does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Obederm on the Liver?
Obederm is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Obederm on the Heart?
Obederm is completely safe for the heart.
Obederm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Obederm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Obederm habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Obederm is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Obederm
It is safe to take Obederm with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Obederm
You may consume alcohol while taking Obederm. But caution is still important.
Yes, Obederm can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Obederm is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as fluid retention (swelling in your hands or ankles), increased appetite, increased sweating, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Yes, Obederm can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, long-term use of Obederm can raise blood pressure because Obederm can increase sodium levels in your body as well as fluid retention can cause increases in blood pressure.
Obederm is a brand name of beclomethasone. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medicine called steroids (corticosteroid). It comes in form of an inhaler, tablet, solution, injection, and topical cream. It has potent anti-inflammatory properties. It is used in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases, multiple sclerosis, inflammation, allergic conditions, and adrenal insufficiency. It is also used to diagnose Cushing's syndrome.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; QVAR® (beclomethasone dipropionate HFA)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 763,792