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Quinoderm Benefits & Uses

Quinoderm is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Dermatitis
Bacterial Infections
Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)

Quinoderm 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: Dermatitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Dermatitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Dermatitis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Quinoderm Side Effects

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

Severe

Hearing Loss
Damage to Ear

Moderate

Erythema
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Allergic reaction
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Vertigo
Maculopapular rash

Mild

Itching or burning
Dry Skin
Infection
Rash
Headache
Hair Loss
Nausea or vomiting
Dry Mouth
Cough
Fatigue
Diarrhoea
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Urticaria

Quinoderm Related Warnings

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.

Severe Interaction of Quinoderm with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Mild

Acarbose

Ethinyl Estradiol

Methotrexate

Sorafenib

Regorafenib

Quinoderm Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections
Abdominal Pain
Diabetes
Liver Disease
High Cholesterol
Ulcerative Colitis
Gastritis
Dehydration
Myasthenia Gravis
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Quinoderm

Is this Quinoderm habit forming or addictive?

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

Quinoderm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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.

Frequently asked Questions about Quinoderm

Question over 5 years ago

Does Quinoderm cause hair loss?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Quinoderm might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair solution such as minoxidil.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Quinoderm lighten skin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Quinoderm might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Quinoderm 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 Quinoderm for poison ivy?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Quinoderm may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Quinoderm be used for ringworm?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Quinoderm alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Quinoderm is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Quinoderm should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Quinoderm and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Quinoderm cause skin discoloration?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Quinoderm 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.