Trimovate Cream

Description

What this medicine is for

Trimovate Cream is a prescription-only topical treatment used for inflamed skin conditions that may also be infected with bacteria or fungi.

It is commonly used for:

• Eczema
• Intertrigo (inflammation in skin folds)
• Infected dermatitis
• Other inflamed or infected skin conditions in moist areas

How it works

Trimovate contains three active ingredients:

• Clobetasone butyrate (moderate-strength corticosteroid) – reduces inflammation, redness, and itching
• Oxytetracycline (antibiotic) – treats bacterial infections
• Nystatin (antifungal) – treats and prevents fungal infections

Together, they treat inflammation while targeting both bacterial and fungal infection.

Key Benefits

• Triple-action treatment (steroid + antibiotic + antifungal)
• Treats inflamed skin with mixed infections
• Reduces redness, itching, and swelling
• Helps prevent infection from worsening
• Useful for skin folds and moist areas

Dosage Guidance

• Apply a thin layer to the affected area
• Usually used once or twice daily as directed
• Use only for the prescribed duration
• Do not use long-term unless advised by a doctor
• Wash hands before and after application

Common Side Effects

• Skin irritation
• Burning or stinging sensation
• Dryness
• Thinning of skin with prolonged use
• Possible resistance with overuse of antibiotic component

Warnings

For external use only.

Do not use on untreated fungal, viral, or acne conditions unless directed.

Avoid long-term use due to steroid-related side effects and antibiotic resistance risk.

Do not apply to large areas unless instructed by a healthcare provider.

Use only as prescribed.

Patient Information Leaflet (PIL)

Please refer to the official patient information leaflet supplied with your medication for full safety information, instructions, and precautions.

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.14458.pdf

Important Information

Tell your healthcare provider if you:

• Have recurrent skin infections
• Are using other steroid, antibiotic, or antifungal treatments
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Experience worsening symptoms
• Have known allergies to any of the ingredients

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