PILCARE CRM

Overview

PILCARE CRM is a Schedule H drug.

PILCARE CRM is composed of: BECLOMETASONE ( ), PHENYLEPHRINE ( )

Beclomethasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. Beclomethasone inhalation is used to prevent asthma attacks in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. This medication will not treat an asthma attack that has already begun.

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Usage

BECLOMETASONE is generally used to treat: Asthma


PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for PILCARE CRM and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of tuberculosis (TB), chickenpox, liver, kidney or heart disease, sugar, under active thyroid, high blood pressure, mental illness, muscle pain/weakness, joint inflammation, eye infection, seizures, ulcer, any allergy, who taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid contact with eyes. Since it takes time to get rid off from your health condition, continue to use it as directed by your healthcare provider. Avoid contact with people with chickenpox, measles or shingles.

Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BECLOMETASONE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing

Common Side-Effects

BECLOMETASONE : Body Pain, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Throat Soreness, Fever, Runny Nose, Difficulty Swallowing
PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Disease Interactions

PHENYLEPHRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

BECLOMETASONE is categorized as: INHALED CORTICOSTEROIDS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

• DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for PILCARE CRM

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

PILCARE CRM

INR 29 for 20 GM CREAM

PHENYLEPHRINE , LIDOCAINE , BECLOMETASONE

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ANOCRM CRM	INR 55 for 20 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 3.0 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %
ANOVATE CRM	INR 83.5 for 20 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 2.5 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W
PILO GO CRM	INR 55 for 20 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 2.5 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W
PROCTOSEDYL BD CRM	INR 58.85 for 20 GM CREAM	LIDOCAINE 2.5 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W
PROCTOSEDYL OINT	INR 53.6 for 20 GM OINTMENT	LIDOCAINE 2.5 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W, BECLOMETASONE 0.025 %W/W