ATONIDE GEL 20 GM

No, ATONIDE GEL 20 GM is not safe for babies. It is a corticosteroid and is not approved to be used in children less than 3 months of age. In babies, the absorption of ATONIDE GEL 20 GM is greater as compared to adults which might lead to systemic absorption (absorbed throughout the body) and effects like Adrenal (glands producing steroids) suppression, symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome, high blood sugar, facial swelling, glycosuria (excretion of glucose in urine), withdrawal (weakness, fatigue, decreased appetite, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain), and growth retardation in children.

Yes, ATONIDE GEL 20 GM can cause skin irritation. Though the chances are rare, the irritation can be due to the hypersensitivity of the person towards the medication or any added excipient of the drug. Allergy to corticosteroids may generally appear as inability of the wounds to heal. If symptoms like these appear, then consult your doctor immediately after discontinuing the medicine. The doctor will start appropriate therapy accordingly.

It is a steroid which is used on the skin to treat mild or moderate atopic dermatitis in patients aged 3 months or more. It suppresses your immunity and associated inflammation, thereby relieving inflammatory conditions. Long-term usage should be avoided and do consult your physician before the start of therapy or in case of any skin reaction. Also, you must consult your physician in case your symptoms do not improve with the medication.

No, it is not an over the counter drug. Therefore, you cannot buy this medicine without a prescription. It is a corticosteroid and it suppresses your immunity and also has numerous metabolic side effects hence is not recommended for a long period. Moreover, you should take this medicine only if prescribed by your doctor.

Yes, ATONIDE GEL 20 GM can be applied on the face but with certain precautions. Do not directly apply it on the face. If it is in foam form, dispense it on your hands first and gently massage over the affected areas of the face. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes or other mucous membranes. Wash your hands after use. Use this medicine exactly as advised by the doctor. Do consult your physician before the start of therapy.

Atonide Gel 20 GM contains Desonide 0.05% W/w.

Atonide Gel 20 GM is listed at Rs. 129.58 on Medkart. Prices can change — check the product page for the current price and pack size.

The dose of Atonide Gel 20 GM depends on your condition, age, weight and other medicines you take, so it must be decided by your doctor. Follow the dose and duration on your prescription and do not change it on your own.

A generic medicine is one with the same active composition as the branded product — for Atonide Gel 20 GM that is Desonide 0.05% W/w. Medkart lists generic options by composition so you can compare. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from Atonide Gel 20 GM.

Yes. Atonide Gel 20 GM requires a valid doctor's prescription.

Atonide Gel 20 GM is manufactured by Curatio Healthcare India Private Limited.

Atonide Gel 20 GM is supplied as a gel and is taken by the topical route.

Whether Atonide Gel 20 GM can be taken daily, and for how long, depends on your condition and must be decided by your doctor. Do not start, extend or repeat a course of Atonide Gel 20 GM on your own.

The timing of Atonide Gel 20 GM depends on the dose your doctor prescribes and on the other medicines you take. Follow the timing on your prescription or ask your pharmacist.

No. Atonide Gel 20 GM is a prescription medicine and should only be taken on a doctor's advice.

Store Atonide Gel 20 GM in its original pack, below 25°C unless the pack states otherwise, away from direct sunlight and moisture, and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date on the pack.