Product Details:
Eumovate cream is a moderately potent topical corticosteroid indicated for adults, elderly, children, and infants for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of steroid-responsive dermatoses. It contains the active ingredient clobetasone butyrate, which belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. Corticosteroids help to reduce redness, swelling, and inflammation. Eumovate cream is a water-miscible cream that contains 0.05% w/w clobetasone butyrate.
Ingredients or Materials:
Eumovate cream contains the following ingredients:
- Clobetasone butyrate (0.05% w/w)
- Cetostearyl alcohol
- Chlorocresol
- Beeswax substitute 6621
- Citric acid monohydrate
- Paraffin
Cetostearyl alcohol is an emulsifying wax that helps to mix oil and water-based ingredients. Chlorocresol is a preservative that helps to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi. Beeswax substitute 6621 is a synthetic wax that helps to thicken the cream and improve its texture. Citric acid monohydrate is a weak organic acid that helps to adjust the pH of the cream. Paraffin is a mineral oil that helps to moisturize the skin.
Positive:
Eumovate cream is effective in treating various skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis, irritant or allergic contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, nappy rash, photodermatitis, otitis externa, prurigo nodularis, and insect bite reactions. It helps to reduce redness, swelling, and inflammation, providing relief from the symptoms of these conditions.
Negative:
Eumovate cream may cause local skin reactions such as contact dermatitis, itching, burning, and stinging. It should not be used on the face, groin, or underarms unless directed by a doctor. Long-term use of topical corticosteroids may cause skin thinning, stretch marks, and other side effects. Eumovate cream should not be used by people who are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Sources:
- https://nowpatient.com/blog/what-is-eumovate-cream-used-for
- https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3807/smpc
- https://www.medsafe.govt.nz/consumers/cmi/e/eumovate.pdf
- https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3807.pdf
