Tinaderm

No, Tinaderm Cream is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which is used to kill a wide variety of infection-causing fungus. It is applied on the affected skin or nails to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.

Tinaderm Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Tinaderm Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

First of all, make sure that the affected area is dry and properly cleaned before using Tinaderm Cream. Then, gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Tinaderm Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.

No, this medicine should not be used on other parts of the body like eyes, oral cavity or intravaginally. Its use should be restricted to nails and skin only. Before using the medicine consult the doctor and follow the instructions carefully.

Be careful not to get Tinaderm Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Tinaderm Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Tinaderm Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Tinaderm Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.

If you forget to use Tinaderm Cream, do not worry and continue using Tinaderm Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

Yes, the use of Tinaderm Cream may cause allergic reactions, but the probability of any such occurrence is not clear. These allergic reactions are not very common and are likely to occur in susceptible or sensitive individuals only. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.