Alerkim Forte 1mg Tablet
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Composition Betamethasone (1mg)
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Description:
Alerkim Forte 1mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to treat allergic skin conditions. It relieves inflammation, itching, and redness of various skin disorders. It works by preventing the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Uses / Indications:
Allergic conditions
Interactions / Warnings:
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
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Faq for medicine:
A: Alerkim is a glucocorticoid and belongs to a group of medicines called steroids also known as corticosteroids. These are synthesized naturally in the body and help to maintain health and well-being. Two main classes of corticosteroids, glucocorticoids, and mineralocorticoids are involved in a wide range of physiologic processes, including stress response, immune response, and regulation of inflammation, carbohydrate metabolism, protein catabolism, blood electrolyte levels, and behavior.
Q: Is Alerkim safe to use?
A: Alerkim is safe to use when used for an indication in a dose as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Alerkim cause hair loss?
A: Alerkim is not known to cause hair loss. Rather, it may cause an increase in body hair growth (especially in females) on long-term use. Talk to your doctor if you get excessive hair growth on your body while taking Alerkim.
Q: Is Alerkim an antibiotic?
A: Alerkim is not an antibiotic. It's a glucocorticoid.
Q: Does Alerkim work in retention edema?
A: Alerkim is not used in retention edema. Glucocorticoids can cause fluid and salt retention as a side effect thereby causing edema or aggravating edema. However, Alerkim does not normally cause retention of salt and water and the risk of inducing edema and hypertension is almost negligible.
Q: Is Alerkim stronger than hydrocortisone?
A: Alerkim and hydrocortisone belong to the same class of medications (i.e. corticosteroids) and produce almost similar pharmacological responses. The effect may vary based on the conditions and individual response. Always follow doctor’s advice regarding its use.
Q: Can I take Alerkim with ibuprofen?
A: An increase in the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may occur if non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) like ibuprofen are taken with corticosteroids. Talk to your doctor before taking Alerkim with any NSAID.
Q: Does Alerkim expire?
A: Yes, Alerkim does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.
Q: Does Alerkim cause insomnia?
A: Alerkim can cause insomnia (inability to sleep). Most people find that using this medicine for a short time causes no problems. Talk to your doctor if you experience insomnia while taking Alerkim.
Q: Does Alerkim cause weight gain?
A: Alerkim can cause weight gain especially when high doses taken for a long time or repeated short courses are taken. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Alerkim.
Q: Is Alerkim a hydrocortisone?
A: Alerkim is not a hydrocortisone. These are two different drugs which belong to the same group of medicines called steroids (also known as corticosteroids).
Q: Is Alerkim over the counter?
A: Alerkim is not an over the counter (OTC) medicine. It is available only when prescribed by a doctor.
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