Topinate Ointment: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Topinate Ointment Information

Topinate Ointment is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. It is typically used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Topinate Ointment have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Topinate Ointment depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Topinate Ointment as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Topinate Ointment normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Topinate Ointment's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Topinate Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Topinate Ointment related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Topinate Ointment contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Topinate Ointment have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Topinate Ointment is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Topinate Benefits & Uses
Topinate Dosage & How to Take
Topinate Side Effects
Topinate Related Warnings
Topinate Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Topinate
Topinate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Topinate Ointment Benefits & Uses

Topinate Ointment is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Dermatitis

Other Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Lichen Planus
Ichthyosis
Skin Warts (Read More - Home remedies for warts)
Bed Sores

Topinate 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
Adult	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film 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: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Topinate Ointment Related Warnings

Is the use of Topinate Ointment safe for pregnant women?

Topinate may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Topinate again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Topinate Ointment safe during breastfeeding?

Topinate has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Topinate Ointment on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Topinate on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Topinate Ointment on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Topinate on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Topinate Ointment on the Heart?

Topinate is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Topinate Ointment Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Topinate Ointment

Is this Topinate Ointment habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Topinate Ointment is addictive.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Topinate Ointment since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Topinate Ointment only on doctor's advice.

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

Topinate Ointment is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Topinate Ointment Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Topinate Ointment

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Topinate Ointment

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Topinate Ointment

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Topinate without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Topinate 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Topinate lighten skin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Topinate might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Topinate 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 Topinate cause skin discoloration?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Topinate 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

Can I use Topinate on my face?

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

Application of Topinate on the face must be avoided but if it has been advised by your doctor then you can use it only for a short-term period not more than 5 days because the skin on your face thins easily.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I use Topinate for lichen sclerosus?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Topinate 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 Topinate to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).