Is It Safe To Use Eumovate Cream Along With Epaderm For Facial Skin Infection?

Posted on Thu, 26 Feb 2015

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Question : Hello, my name is XXXXXXX (male).i have been prescribed Flucloxacillin anti biotics for a facial skin infection, together with a cream steroid-Eumovate.After applying the cream on my face i wait for 15 mins. for the cream to do its job, and then i am applying Epaderm ointment,is this procedure correct,or should i not use the Epaderm at all.
Manythanks
XXXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (38 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You are following correct procedure

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
You are following a correct procedure.
Eumovate is a steroid and should not be left applied for a long period.
Please don't use Eumovate for more than 10 days.
It is a very strong steroid and can damage skin.
Epaderm is a moisturiser and can be used for a longer period of time.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (4 hours later)

Thanks Dr XXXXXXX .
yes i know Eumovate has to be used with caution, i will just use it for a few days more till my skin clears up. Epaderm Is really good but a bit messy!!!I have trouble with my skin and i hope you can advise me further in the future
Best regards
XXXXXX

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (17 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Thank you

Detailed Answer:
we are always there to help you.
Thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Pradeep Vitta