Gentopic Cream is a prescription medicine having a combination of medicines that is used to treat skin infections. It inhibits the growth of bacteria that cause infections and reduce the redness, swelling, and itchiness due to infections.

Gentopic Cream is a combination of two medicines: Gentopic Cream1 and Gentopic Cream2 which treat skin infections.

Uses of Gentopic Cream

Bacterial skin infections

Benefits of Gentopic Cream

In Bacterial skin infections

Gentopic Cream is an antibiotic and is used to treat skin infections like eczema, psoriasis, boils, impetigo (red sores on face), infection in the hair follicle etc. It may also be used to prevent infections in small cuts, wounds, burns or ulcers on your skin. Apply 2-3 times in a day to get relief from itching, swelling and redness caused by infection. You might see a change in your skin appearance in a week if used as prescribed by your doctor. Results might vary from person to person depending on your skin condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment to ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Gentopic 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 Gentopic

Application site irritation
Burning sensation

How to use Gentopic 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 Gentopic Cream works

Gentopic Cream is a combination of two medicines: Betamethasone and Gentamicin. Betamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Gentamicin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth on the skin by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Gentopic Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Gentopic Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Gentopic Cream?

If you miss a dose of Gentopic Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Gentopic Cream

₹0.77/gm of Cream

BG Cream

Geno Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹1.34/gm of cream

74% costlier

Quick tips

Gentopic Cream is used for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film, two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Do not apply it to broken skin and avoid getting it in your eyes, nose or mouth.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
It may cause temporary burning, itching or a redness at application site. This is usually mild. Consult your doctor if you experience a more severe reaction.
Inform your doctor if your skin problem hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

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References

Betamethasone valerate. Uxbridge, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline UK; 1997 [revised 7 Sep. 2017]. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Medscape. Gentamicin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Betamethasone. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
ScienceDirect. Gentamicin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

Marketer details

Name: Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Address: Systopic Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., 101, Pragati Chambers, Commercial Complex, Ranjit Nagar, New Delhi-110008

Country of origin: India

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