Product introduction Dermi KT 5 Cream is a combination medicine used to treat different kinds of skin infections. It works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. This minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and itching. Dermi KT 5 Cream is strictly for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Apply it only on the affected areas of the skin. In case of accidental exposure to the eyes or mouth, wash it off with plenty of water. Do not stop using even if your infection gets better until the doctor says so. The course of treatment should be completed for better efficacy. Dermi KT 5 Cream may cause a few side effects such as itchiness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. If these side effects do not improve with time or worsen, inform your doctor. In case of any allergic reactions, it is advised to call for immediate medical help. To make sure the medicine is safe for you, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor also know if you are applying any other topical medications or on any medicine for any medical conditions. Uses of Dermi KT Cream Treatment of Skin infections Benefits of Dermi KT Cream In Treatment of Skin infections Dermi KT 5 Cream is used to treat skin infections caused by microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. It works by killing and stopping the growth of infection causing microorganisms, thereby clearing the infection and relieving the symptoms. It also blocks the release of chemicals that cause symptoms such as itching, redness and swelling. Therefore this medicine relieves the inflammation due to these infections. You should use this medicine for as long as it is prescribed, even if your symptoms disappear, otherwise they may come back. Depending on the type of infection you are treating, this may be several weeks. Even after your infection is completely cured, you may have to apply it occasionally to prevent the symptoms from returning. Side effects of Dermi KT Cream Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Dermi KT Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness) How to use Dermi KT Cream This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area. How Dermi KT Cream works Dermi KT 5 Cream is a combination of five medicines : Ketoconazole, Clioquinol (Iodochlorhydroxyquin), Tolnaftate, Neomycin, and Clobetasol. Ketoconazole and tolnaftate is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection. Clioquinol belongs to a category of drugs called hydroxyquinoline antifungal agents. It acts by interacting with DNA synthesis thus killing the fungi that are responsible for causing the infection. Neomycin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Clobetasol is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Safety advice warnings Alcohol No interaction found/established warnings Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Dermi KT 5 Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. warnings Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Dermi KT 5 Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. warnings Driving No interaction found/established warnings Kidney No interaction found/established warnings Liver No interaction found/established What if you forget to take Dermi KT Cream? If you miss a dose of Dermi KT 5 Cream, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.