Topisal is a prescription drug, available for use as Lotion,Ointment. Other than this, Topisal has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Topisal depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Topisal as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Topisal normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Topisal's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Topisal related warnings talks about Topisal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Topisal have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Topisal may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Topisal is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Topisal is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Topisal is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Topisal safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Topisal during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Topisal safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Topisal in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Topisal is unavailable.
What is the effect of Topisal on the Kidneys?
Topisal rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Topisal on the Liver?
Topisal is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Topisal on the Heart?
Topisal may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Topisal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Topisal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Topisal habit forming or addictive?
Topisal does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Topisal
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Topisal, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Topisal
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Topisal and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Application of Topisal on the face must be avoided but if it has been advised by your doctor then you can use it only for a short-term period not more than 5 days because the skin on your face thins easily.
Yes, Topisal might cause dry skin in few cases only. However, the exact cause behind dry skin is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use a skin moisturizer. Skin moisturizer should be applied only after 30 minutes of applying this drug so that the Topisal can be absorbed by the skin.
Yes, Topisal may cause skin discoloration or color changes. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind skin discoloration is not known but it is more likely to occur if the skin is covered with a dressing after applying this drug. So you are advised to not cover your skin with a dressing after applying this drug.
Yes, Topisal might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Topisal to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).
Yes, Topisal is safe to use, if applied in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as skin atrophy (skin thinning), burning or stinging sensation of the skin. If you experience above-mentioned side after using this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
References
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 895
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