Entezma ointment is used for scaly skin conditions treatment in Nairobi Kenya. It is a prescription medication manufactured by Centaur Pharmaceuticals and it is one of the top medicines for treatment of psoriasis, parapsoriasis, chronic dermatitis and other hyperkeratotic corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses (scaly skin conditions treated with steroids).
Entezma Composition
Entezma is an ointment which contains betamethasone and salicylic acid.
Entezma Ointment Indication
Entezma ointment contains betamethasone and this study found that betamethasone was effective for treatment of psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. It also contains salicylic acid which is a keratolytic that breaks down dead skin cells and removes scales.
Entezma is used to treat scaly skin conditions like psoriasis, parapsoriasis, neurodermatitis (lichen simplex chronicus), nummular dermatitis and other chronic dermatitis.
Entezma ointment benefits include treatment of skin conditions that respond to steroids and that have scales.
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Entezma Ointment Dose
Entezma ointment for scaly skin conditions is applied twice a day to the affected areas.
Entezma Ointment Side Effects
Side effects of Entezma include allergic contact dermatitis.
Side effects of betamethasone include allergic contact dermatitis, itching, a burning sensation, folliculitis, skin atrophy, acneiform eruptions, perioral dermatitis, hypopigmentation, hypertrichosis, miliaria rubra, striae, unusual loss of hair, cataracts, Cushing’s syndrome, hirsutism, hypertension, edema , gastric ulcer, hyperglycemia, glucosuria, and HPA axis suppression.
Entezma Ointment Precautions
Do not apply it if you are allergic to betamethasone or salicylic acid.
If skin irritation develops when using it, stop using it and wash the area.
Contraindications
Do not use it if you have hypersensitivity to betamethasone or salicylic acid.
Patients with tuberculosis of the skin, chickenpox, herpes simplex, measles, vaccinia, and syphilitic skin lesions should not use it since its application might result in flare-up of the condition.
Interactions
Drug to Drug Interactions
Do not apply it on the skin together with other medications or skincare products.
Entezma Ointment Pregnancy Category
Entezma contains betamethasone which is a pregnancy category C medication.
This means it should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Betamethasone is excreted in human milk. Therefore lactating mothers should exercise caution and either discontinue breastfeeding or discontinue using the medication.
Presentation
It comes in a plastic tube.
Storage
It should be stored in a dry place below 30 degrees C.
Availability
Entezma can be purchased from the best pharmacies in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya.
Entezma Ointment Price
The Entezma price in Kenya is Ksh 300.
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FAQ
How Do You Use Entezma Ointment?
Apply a thin layer of the medication to cover the affected area completely.