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INTRODUCTION
TENDRONE 1% CREAM contains Hydrocortisone acetate which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids. TENDRONE 1% CREAM is used to treat all types of eczema (type of skin inflammation), dermatitis (itching) and insect bite reactions in affected individuals.
TENDRONE 1% CREAM is not recommended for use in patients allergic to hydrocortisone. It is also not recommended for use in patients with untreated skin infection, urticaria (red itchy welts), rosacea (red pus-filled bumps on face), ulcers/infections at the site of treatment, and psoriasis (itchy skin).
Before applying TENDRONE 1% CREAM, inform your doctor if you smoke, and/or have tuberculosis, diabetes, and liver disease.
TENDRONE 1% CREAM should be used with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women. The medicine is also advised to be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). TENDRONE 1% CREAM can also be used in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) after consulting the doctor.
The most common side effects of applying TENDRONE 1% CREAM are atrophy (thinning of muscle tissue), stretch marks, rosacea (red pus-filled bumps on face), perioral dermatitis (inflammation of skin around mouth), acne, and/or purpura (purple coloured rash). Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
USES OF TENDRONE 1% CREAM
Treats all types of eczema, dermatitis, and insect bite reactions in affected individuals
HOW TENDRONE 1% CREAM WORKS
TENDRONE 1% CREAM works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (responsible for inflammation and allergies) in the body which results in providing relief from eczema, dermatitis, and insect bite reactions in affected individuals.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Always apply TENDRONE 1% CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of this medicine on the affected area. Treated areas on the face should not be covered with a plaster/bandage. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes, including eyelids. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF TENDRONE 1% CREAM
COMMON
Atrophy (thinning/loss of muscle tissue)
Stretch marks
Rosacea (red puss filled bumps on face)
Perioral dermatitis (inflammation of skin around mouth)
Acne (pimples)
Purpura (purple colored rash)
UNCOMMON
Hypertrichosis (condition marked by excessive hair growth)
Pigment alteration (post inflammatory skin damage)
Delayed wound healing
Exacerbation of skin infections
RARE
Stop applying TENDRONE 1% CREAM and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Signs of allergic reaction such as reddening of the skin, and/or itching of the skin
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
TENDRONE 1% CREAM should be used with caution during pregnancy and in women planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor before applying TENDRONE 1% CREAM.
BREASTFEEDING
TENDRONE 1% CREAM should be used with caution in breast feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
LIVER
TENDRONE 1% CREAM should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Consult your doctor before applying TENDRONE 1% CREAM.
ALLERGY
Do not apply TENDRONE 1% CREAM if you are allergic to hydrocortisone or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
OTHERS
TENDRONE 1% CREAM is not recommended for use if you have:
Untreated skin infection
Signs of urticaria (type of allergic reaction) such as pale, reddened patches of skin
Rosacea (red puss filled bumps on face)
Ulcers/infections at the site of treatment
Psoriasis (itchy skin)
Before taking TENDRONE 1% CREAM, inform your doctor if you have:
Tuberculosis
Diabetes
Use in Pediatrics:
TENDRONE 1% CREAM should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before applying the medicine.
Use in Geriatrics:
TENDRONE 1% CREAM should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 60 years). Consult and inform your doctor before applying the medicine.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Inform your doctor if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines.
Overdose:
If you or anyone else applied too much of TENDRONE 1% CREAM or accidentally swallowed the medicine, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital to manage the overdose symptoms.
SYNOPSIS
Drug : Hydrocortisone acetate
Pharmacological Category : Corticosteroid
Therapeutic Indication : Eczema, Dermatitis, Insect bite reaction
Dosage Forms : Cream, Foam, Tablet, Injection
MORE INFORMATION
Keep the medicine out of reach in children
Do not store TENDRONE 1% CREAM above 25°C
FAQs ABOUT TENDRONE 1% CREAM
What is TENDRONE 1% CREAM used for?
TENDRONE 1% CREAM contains hydrocortisone acetate which is used to treat all types of eczema (type of skin inflammation), dermatitis (itching) and insect bite reactions in affected individuals.
Who should avoid applying [GBNKEYWORD]?
TENDRONE 1% CREAM is not recommended for use in patients allergic to hydrocortisone and in patients suffering from untreated skin infection, urticaria (type of allergic reaction), rosacea (red puss filled bumps on face), ulcers/infections at the site of treatment, and/or psoriasis (itchy skin) in affected individuals.
What are the side effects of TENDRONE 1% CREAM?
The most common side effects associated with the use of TENDRONE 1% CREAM are atrophy (thinning of muscle tissue), stretch marks, rosacea (red pus-filled bumps on face), perioral dermatitis (inflammation of skin around mouth), acne, and/or purpura (purple coloured rash). Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
How TENDRONE 1% CREAM works?
TENDRONE 1% CREAM works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers (responsible for inflammation and allergies) in the body which results in providing relief from eczema, dermatitis, and insect bite reactions in affected individuals.
Can TENDRONE 1% CREAM be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women?
Yes, TENDRONE 1% CREAM can be used but with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women. Consult your doctor before applying TENDRONE 1% CREAM.
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USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
Patch test
Net Qty
1 N
Shelf Life
24 Months
Hsn Code
30043200
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