Sonaderm-NM Cream (Clobetasol 0.05% / Miconazole 2% / Neomycin 0.5%)

Sonaderm NM Cream is a combination medicine that consists of clobetasol, miconazole and neomycin. It is used for the treatment of bacterial and fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing or stopping the growth of microorganisms that causes infection. It provides relief from symptoms of infection like swelling, redness etc.

Sonaderm NM Cream causes some side effects which include itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the site of application. Seek medical help if you experience any symptoms of an allergic reaction like rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath. Your doctor may perform a patch test before starting treatment with this cream as it can cause skin allergy.

Sonaderm NM Cream can be applied as a thin layer on the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. This cream is meant for external use only. Avoid direct contact with your eyes, nose, mouth, or other smooth muscles, in case of accidental contact wash immediately with water.

Sonaderm NM Cream is not recommended for use in pregnancy or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. It is recommended to take this antibiotic cream only with the doctor’s prescription. Complete the entire treatment course to get its maximum benefits and to prevent the development of bacterial resistance. It may take several days to weeks to clear up your symptom, but you should keep using this medicine regularly for better results. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.

Major & minor side effects for Sonaderm NM Cream

Burning sensation at the application site

Dry skin

Redness of skin

Itching of skin

Hearing loss

What is it prescribed for?

Bacterial skin infections

Bacteria enters into the skin through cuts or scratches causing bacterial skin infections such as cellulitis, impetigo ( a contagious skin infection that mainly affects infants and young children), folliculitis (a skin condition in which hair follicles become swollen) that are characterised by redness, warmth, swelling, itching and irritation of the skin. Sonaderm NM Cream is used for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.

Eczema

Eczema is a condition that causes itchiness, inflammation, swelling and cracking of the skin. Sonaderm NM Cream is used to provide relief from these symptoms.

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that results in dry, scaly and itchy skin. The skin becomes dry and is prone to various microbial infections. Hence it is a chronic skin condition and needs immediate medical attention. This condition can develop in any part of the skin on the body but rarely spreads to nails and bones. It is triggered by non-resolving microbial skin infections, stress and long-term exposure to cold and dehydration. Sonaderm NM Cream is used to treat psoriasis.

Fungal skin infections

Skin fungal infections usually occur on the skin due to the spread of the fungus/yeast. This medicine is used to treat infections of the skin such as Ringworm infection (an infection which appears as a ring ), jock itch (an infection which forms red and itchy rash mostly occurs in the moist and warm areas of the body), Athlete’s foot (an infection which occurs the upper layer of the skin of the foot), Pityriasis Versicolor (an infection which causes discolouration due to skin pigmentation), Cutaneous candidiasis (an infection which mostly affects the skin and nails due to candida fungus), etc. Sonaderm NM Cream is used to treat skin infections caused by fungi.

Mixed secondary skin infections

Sonaderm NM Cream is used for the treatment of mixed secondary infections like dermatoses. It helps in the treatment of dermatoses (bacterial and fungal infections of the skin) caused by excessive use of steroids.

Allergy

Avoid using Sonaderm NM Cream if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergy to this medicine. Contact your doctor and seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Sonaderm NM Cream is a topical preparation. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor before using this cream.

Breast-feeding

Applying Sonaderm NM Cream to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in the infant. Consult your doctor before using it during breastfeeding.

General warnings

Cushing’s syndrome

Sonaderm NM Cream may cause hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression and Cushing’s syndrome in patients receiving high doses for a prolonged period.  Any symptoms like muscle weakness, swelling of the face should be reported to your doctor immediately.

External use

Sonaderm NM Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.

Allergic reactions

Sonaderm NM Cream has the potential of causing moderate to severe allergic reactions in the body. Any instance indicative of allergic reactions should be reported to the doctor in the first instance.

Other medicines

Sonaderm NM Cream may interact with a large number of medications and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you report the use of all your medicines to the doctor before beginning therapy with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Sonaderm NM Cream as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply more quantities to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Sonaderm NM Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Antidiabetic drugs

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Liver/Kidney Diseases

If Sonaderm NM Cream is applied over a large surface area for a prolonged period of time, there is a chance of systemic absorption. Hence this medicine should be used with caution if you have liver and/or kidney diseases.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Sonaderm NM Cream is an external preparation. Avoid contact with the mouth, eyes, nose, and, ears. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water.

Apply a thin layer of Sonaderm NM Cream to the affected area as instructed by the doctor.

It may take several days to see the effects of Sonaderm NM Cream. Finish the entire course of treatment even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few days.

Avoid scratching or pricking the affected area as it can worsen the infection. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Do not freeze the medicine.