Becoderm-C

Introducing Becoderm-C for the treatment of eczema skin flare-up.

Becoderm-C resolves eczema flare-ups in as little as 5 days by:

• Reducing the body’s reaction to the triggers that cause skin flare-up
• Stopping the itch to break the itch-scratch cycle
• Reducing inflammation of the skin

Now available from your Pharmacist, without a prescription.

 

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What is Becoderm-C?

Becoderm-C is a topical corticosteroid (containing Clobetasone Butyrate 0.05% w/w) for the short-term treatment of milder forms of eczema flare-up. Becoderm-C provides rapid relief of eczema symptoms and promotes healing.

Becoderm-C has been clinically proven to be more effective than Hydrocortisone 1% creams.

 

What is Eczema / Dermatitis?

Also called dermatitis, eczema is a very common skin condition, characterised by red and itchy skin rash.

Eczema (dermatitis) usually affects only certain parts of the body – commonly the hands, elbows and back of knees. Symptoms include:

• Moderate to severe itch – the itch may appear to be out of proportion to the appearance of the rash
• Recurring rash that appears as dry, red skin, which may also be patchy or scaly

When eczema flares up, your skin becomes very dry and itchy. When you scratch and damage the skin, a reaction occurs in the lower layers of the skin, making it itch even more. This is called the itch-scratch cycle.

 

How does Becoderm-C work?

Becoderm-C is a topical corticosteroid (containing Clobetasone Butyrate 0.05% w/w) for the short-term treatment of milder forms of eczema flare-up.  Becoderm-C provides rapid relief of eczema symptoms and promotes healing.

Becoderm-C resolves skin flare-up in as little as 5 days by:

• Reducing the body’s reaction to the triggers that cause skin flare-up
• Stopping the itch to break the itch-scratch cycle
• Reducing inflammation of the skin

Becoderm-C has been clinically proven to be more effective than Hydrocortisone 1% creams.

 

How to use Becoderm-C

• Do not use any other corticosteroid cream if you are using Becoderm-C to treat eczema flare-ups
• Use Becoderm-C twice a day for up to 7 days
• Wash your hands and dry them before applying the cream
• Half a fingertip of cream will cover a patch of skin the same size as the palm of your hand
• Apply cream in the same direction as the hairs on your skin. This will stop your skin pores from getting blocked up
• If Becoderm-C does not improve the skin flare-up within 7 days, see your doctor

 

Safety / Precautions

Always read the label carefully and use strictly as directed. If symptoms persist or side effects develop, see your healthcare professional.

Do not use Becoderm-C:

• On children under 12 years of age
• If you are pregnant
• If you are breastfeeding
• On broken, infected or pigmented skin
• For non-eczema/dermatitis skin conditions
• For eczema/dermatitis on the face, groin or genital area, or between the toes

 

Where can I purchase Becoderm-C?

Becoderm-C is available from pharmacies only.

It is a Pharmacist Only medicine which means that it can be purchased without a prescription but you will need to consult the pharmacist about whether it is appropriate for you.

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Consumer Medicine Information: Pharmacist Only Medicine. For the treatment of skin flare-up due to eczema and dermatitis. Contains Clobetasone Butyrate 0.05% w/w.  Medicines have benefits and some may have risks.  Always read the label carefully and recommend strictly as directed. If symptoms persist or side effects develop, see your healthcare professional. For adults and children 12 years and over. Dosage: Apply a thin layer 2 times daily for up to 7 days. Do not use on the face, eyes, genital areas, between the toes, for psoriasis, acne, on broken or infected skin, if pregnant or breastfeeding. See package insert for further advice or refer to Consumer Information on www.medsafe.govt.nz. GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, Auckland, New Zealand.

Becoderm is a registered trade mark of the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies.  

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