Before using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription
and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. ADDITIONAL
MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may be needed if you
are taking prednisone (or similar medicines). Inform your
doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy,
or breast-feeding.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine
provided by your doctor. TO USE THIS MEDICINE: apply a small
amount of medicine to the affected area. Gently rub the medicine
in until it is evenly distributed. Wash your hands after applying
this medicine, unless your hands are part of treated area.
DO NOT BANDAGE OR WRAP the affected area unless directed otherwise
by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away
from heat and light. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE,
apply it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your
next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular
dosing schedule.
Cautions
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE WITHIN A
FEW DAYS, or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE longer than the time prescribed.
DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other skin conditions at a later
time. DO NOT GET THIS MEDICINE in your eyes. IF THIS MEDICINE
WAS PRESCRIBED TO TREAT THE DIAPER AREA OF A CHILD, avoid
using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants. FOR WOMEN: IF
YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the
benefits and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy.
IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in breast milk.
IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this
medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss
the risks to your baby.
Possible side effects
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
if you experience skin thinning and discoloration, itching,
burning, redness, or swelling not present before using this
medicine. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use
our drug interaction checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room immediately. This
medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
Additional information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for
whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other
health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of
children.
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