INTRODUCTION ABOUT TENOVATE CREAM

TENOVATE CREAM contains Clobetasol, which belongs to the group of medicines called Topical corticosteroids. It is used in adults and adolescents (aged 12 years or above) to manage inflammatory skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis that have not responded to milder steroid creams or ointments.

Psoriasis is an immune-mediated skin disease that speeds up the growth cycle of skin cells, causing patches of thick red skin and silvery scales, typically on the elbows, knees, scalp, lower back, face, palms, and soles, but can affect other places also. Eczema (also called dermatitis) includes several different types of skin swelling, causing dry, itchy skin and rashes on the face, inside the elbows, behind the knees, and on the hands and feet. Scratching the skin can make it turn red, swell and itch even more.

TENOVATE CREAM is not recommended for use in patients with other bacterial, fungal, or viral infections (such as herpes simplex, chicken pox and tuberculosis). Before using TENOVATE CREAM, inform your doctor if you have a skin infection, diabetes, adrenal gland problem, scheduled surgery, acne, plaques around your mouth, underarms, anus, or genitals and liver diseases.

TENOVATE CREAM should be used during pregnancy only if recommended by your doctor. TENOVATE CREAM should be used with caution by breastfeeding women. TENOVATE CREAM is not recommended for use by children under 12 years of age. The most common side effects of using TENOVATE CREAM are thinning of the skin, widening of small veins in the skin, skin discomfort and dryness. Contact your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse or persist.

USES OF TENOVATE CREAM

• Manage inflammatory condition of the skin such as psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, etc

HOW TENOVATE CREAM WORKS

TENOVATE CREAM is a topical corticosteroid with anti-itching, anti-inflammatory and vasoconstrictive properties. It acts by blocking the release of certain chemical mediators (prostaglandins, leukotrienes) in the body that causes pain, inflammation and swelling. As a result, it effectively reduces the skin redness, itchiness, inflammation, swelling, and irritation associated with certain skin problems.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Always apply TENOVATE CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Wash your hands before and after application. Apply a thin layer of TENOVATE CREAM on the affected area. Do not cover the affected site after applying TENOVATE CREAM.

Avoid contact of TENOVATE CREAM with your eyes (including eyelids), ears, nose, armpits or with other mucous membranes (such as the vagina). Do not apply TENOVATE CREAM to the damaged skin.

SIDE EFFECTS OF TENOVATE CREAM

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Irritation and burning:

Avoid sharing vessels, personal items, or cosmetics with others. Use disinfects on objects you use in public spaces, such as gym equipment. Drink enough water and consume a nutritious diet. Do not use irritants or harsh chemicals. Sleep seven to eight hours every night. Use sunscreens to manage sunburn and other sun damage. Wash hands regularly with soap and water.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before using TENOVATE CREAM, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicine.

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally used more of TENOVATE CREAM, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose might include features of hypercortisolism (easy bruising, wide purple stretch marks, mainly on the stomach, breasts, hips, and under the arms, weak muscles).

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep TENOVATE CREAM out of reach from children
• Store at room temperature