Exevate MF ointment is used for scaly skin conditions treatment in Nairobi Kenya. It is a prescription medication manufactured by Aurochem Laboratories and it is one of the top medicines for the treatment of psoriasis, parapsoriasis, chronic dermatitis and other hyperkeratotic corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses (scaly skin conditions treated with steroids).
Exevate MF Composition
Exevate MF is an ointment which contains betamethasone, salicylic acid and moisturising factors.
Exevate MF Ointment Indication
Exevate MF 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. It also contains lactic acid which exfoliates the skin or removes the dead layer on the surface and moisturizes the skin. It also contains urea which exfoliates and moisturizes the skin.
Exevate MF ointment uses include the treatment of scaly skin conditions like psoriasis, parapsoriasis, neurodermatitis (lichen simplex chronicus), nummular dermatitis and other chronic dermatitis. Exevate MF is also used for chronic eczema or chronic atopic dermatitis treatment.
Exevate MF ointment benefits include treatment of scaly skin conditions that respond to steroids while moisturizing the skin.
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Exevate MF Ointment Dose
Exevate MF ointment for scaly skin conditions is applied twice a day to the affected areas.
Exevate MF Ointment Side Effects
Side effects of Exevate MF 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.
Exevate MF Ointment Precautions
Do not apply it if you are allergic to betamethasone or salicylic acid or urea or lactic 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 or urea or lactic 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.
Exevate MF Ointment Pregnancy Category
Exevate MF 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
Exevate MF can be purchased from the best pharmacies in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya.
Exevate MF Price
The Exevate MF ointment price in Kenya is Ksh 500.
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FAQ
How Do You Use Exevate MF Ointment?
Apply a thin layer of the medication to cover the affected area completely.
Can I Use Exevate Cream On My Face?
Because it contains betamethasone which is a strong steroid, it should only be used on the face when prescribed by a Doctor and only for a short duration.
Can I Use Exevate Cream For Acne?
It is not recommended for use in acne treatment since it is not effective against the bacteria that cause acne.
What Is Betamethasone Exevate Ointment Used For?
It is used to treat scaly skin conditions like psoriasis, parapsoriasis, neurodermatitis (lichen simplex chronicus), nummular dermatitis and other chronic dermatitis.