Naxacin ointment is used for psoriasis treatment in Nairobi Kenya. Naxacin ointment is a prescription medication manufactured by Hiral Labs Ltd. and it is one of the medicines for treatment of skin conditions with scales.
Naxacin Composition
Naxacin is an ointment which contains 4 medications – 0.05% betamethasone, 3% salicylic acid, 10% urea and 3% lactic acid.
Naxacin Uses and Indication
Naxacin contains betamethasone and this study found that betamethasone was effective for the treatment of psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. Naxacin also contains salicylic acid, urea and lactic acid which are keratolytics which remove the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin. This combination makes it effective for removing the scales in conditions like psoriasis.
Naxacin ointment benefits include effective treatment of scaly skin conditions like psoriasis.
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Naxacin Dose
Naxacin ointment is applied twice a day.
Naxacin Side Effects
Side effects of Naxacin include allergic contact dermatitis and dryness of the skin.
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.
Naxacin Ointment Precautions
Do not apply Naxacin if you are allergic to betamethasone or salicylic acid or urea or lactic acid.
Patients with tuberculosis of the skin, chickenpox, herpes simplex, herpes zoster, measles, vaccinia, and syphilitic skin lesions should not use it since its application might result in flare-up of the condition.
Naxacin Contraindications
Do not use Naxacin if you have hypersensitivity to betamethasone or salicylic acid or urea or lactic acid.
Naxacin Interactions
Drug to Drug Interactions
Do not apply it on the skin together with other medications or skincare products.
Naxacin Pregnancy Category
Naxacin 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.
Naxacin Presentation
Naxacin comes in a plastic tube.
Naxacin Storage
Naxacin should be stored in a dry place below 30 degrees C.
Naxacin Ointment Availability
Naxacin can be purchased from the best pharmacies in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya.
Naxacin Ointment Price
The Naxacin ointment price in Kenya is Ksh 700.
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FAQ
How Do You Use Naxacin Gel?
Wash the area, pat it dry and apply a thin layer the medication to the affected area and gently massage it into the skin.
