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Quinoderm, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Cream. The alternative uses of Quinoderm have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Quinoderm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Quinoderm have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Quinoderm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Quinoderm's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Quinoderm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Quinoderm are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Quinoderm have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Quinoderm is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Quinoderm 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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Quinoderm safe for pregnant women?
Quinoderm should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Quinoderm safe during breastfeeding?
Quinoderm may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Quinoderm, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Quinoderm.
What is the effect of Quinoderm on the Kidneys?
Quinoderm rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Quinoderm on the Liver?
Using Quinoderm does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Quinoderm on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Quinoderm for the heart.
Quinoderm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Quinoderm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Quinoderm habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Quinoderm is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Quinoderm
You can take Quinoderm with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Quinoderm
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Quinoderm with alcohol will be.
Yes, Quinoderm is a steroid. It contains clobetasol which is a potent corticosteroid. It should not be confused with anabolic-androgenic steroids which are used by some bodybuilders without prescription to build muscle mass.
No, Quinoderm does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Quinoderm 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 Quinoderm prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.
Quinoderm should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Quinoderm should be applied after cleaning the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication till it disappears. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.
No, Quinoderm is a prescription drug, so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
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