Daivonex Oint 50 mcg/gm 30 gm

Frequently asked questions

• Onset of action

  The amount of time taken by this medicine to show its effect is not clinically established. However, its effect is believed to be cumulative and improvement in symptoms is usually observed within 2 weeks of application.

• Duration of Effect

  The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

• Safe with Alchohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

• Usage in pregnancy?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Usage while breast-feeding?

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, monitor the infant closely for any undesired side effects.

• Allergy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Daivonex Oint 50 mcg/gm 30 gm or any other inactive ingredient present in the formulation.

• Calcium metabolism disorder

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from calcium metabolism disorders, resulting in higher or lower than normal levels of calcium in the body.

• Severe liver/kidney damage

  This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a severe impairment of liver or kidney function.

• Use on face

  This medicine is not recommended for use on the face.

• Use in children below 6 years of age

  This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years of age.

• Pregnancy

  This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

• Breast-feeding

  This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, monitor the infant closely for any undesired side effects.

• Other medicines

  This medicine may interact with other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you report all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, to the doctor before beginning treatment with this medicine.

• Ultraviolet radiation treatment

  This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients receiving ultraviolet radiation treatment for psoriasis due to the increased risk of skin cancer. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Use in elderly

  This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly patients since the risk of adverse effects is significantly higher. Appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.

• Use in children

  This medicine is not recommended for use in children less than 6 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established. It should be used with extreme caution in children above 6 years of age since the risk of adverse effects is significantly higher. Your doctor will suggest appropriate dose adjustments to minimize the risk of side effects.

• Use on the face

  This medicine should not be applied on the face since severe itching, redness, or irritation may develop. Patients are advised to take precautions so that the medicine does not come into contact with the eyes or the face.

• Hypercalcemia

  This medicine should not be used in patients suffering from hypercalcemia (elevated blood calcium levels) or patients with an evidence of vitamin D toxicity since it may worsen the patient's condition.

• Exposure to sunlight

  Patients are advised to avoid excessive exposure to sunlight (natural and artificial both) during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate precautionary measures should be taken while stepping outside at daytime.

Apply this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not use in smaller or larger quantities than recommended. Avoid contact with the eyes or face. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

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