SKDERM cream is a topical medication used to treat a variety of inflammatory skin conditions complicated by fungal and bacterial infections, such as eczema, dermatitis, athlete’s foot (tinea pedis), jock itch (tinea cruris), ringworm (tinea corporis), and other corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses[1][3][4][7].
This cream is a combination medicine, containing betamethasone dipropionate (a corticosteroid for reducing inflammation and itch), clotrimazole (an antifungal agent), and gentamicin sulfate or neomycin sulfate (antibiotic agents targeting bacterial infections)[2][3][5]. The combined action relieves symptoms such as redness, swelling, irritation, and itching while eradicating the infectious agents responsible for the skin disease[1][7].
Common indications for SKDERM cream include:
- Fungal infections (tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis/ringworm)
- Bacterial skin infections (caused by gentamicin- or neomycin-susceptible bacteria)
- Inflammatory and pruritic (itchy) dermatological conditions, including eczema and dermatitis
SKDERM cream is applied topically for a prescribed duration, and users should continue treatment for as long as directed, even if symptoms disappear, to prevent recurrence[1].
Possible side effects include application site reactions like burning, irritation, itching, and redness. Prolonged or excessive use may lead to complications from steroid absorption, such as skin thinning or lightening[1][4][5].
References
- [1] SKI Derm Cream: View Uses, Side Effects, Price and Substitutes | 1mg
- [2] SK Derm Cream (Triple Action) – Scab Pharmacy Limited
- [3] PACKAGE LEAFLET – Rwanda FDA
- [4] SK DERM Cream 15g – Guardian Health Pharmacy
- [5] Betamethasone Dipropionate, Clotrimazo – Rwanda FDA
- [7] Skderm cream 30g – Hospitech And Pharma Limited