Berdazimer topical

Berdazimer is used in adults and children at least 1 year old to treat molluscum contagiosum, a skin infection that causes small bumps on the skin.

Berdazimer topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Apply berdazimer to each skin lesion once daily. Use this medicine for up to 12 weeks or as directed by your doctor.

Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine, unless you are using it to treat a hand condition.

• Mix the medicine as instructed before each use.
• Use only the amount needed to cover the affected area. Apply a thin layer and rub in gently.
• Use this medicine only on affected skin. Do not apply to healthy skin.
• Do not use this medicine on broken or irritated skin unless your doctor tells you to.

Do not swim, bathe, or wash the treated area for at least 1 hour after applying this medicine. Do not cover treated skin with a bandage unless your doctor tells you to.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Berdazimer may cause severe skin reactions on the application site. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have pain, burning, stinging, itching, swelling, or redness that lasts more than 24 hours.

Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had:

• sensitive skin or other skin problems.

It is not known if berdazimer will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using berdazimer topical.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using berdazimer topical and call your doctor right away if you have pain, itching, swelling, or redness at the application site that lasts more than 24 hours.

Common side effects of berdazimer topical may include:

• pain, burning, or stinging;
• redness or swelling;
• itching or dry skin;
• peeling or flaking skin;
• irritation, blisters, or skin breakdown (erosion); or
• lightening or darkening of the skin.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Usual Adult Dose for Molluscum Contagiosum:

Apply an even thin layer to each Molluscum contagiosum lesion once a day.Duration of therapy: Up to 12 weeksComments:-Mix equal amounts (0.5 mL) of gel from tubes A and B before application.-Allow the gel to dry for 10 minutes after application.-Wash hands after applying gel unless hands are being treated.Use: For the topical treatment of molluscum contagiosum

Usual Pediatric Dose for Molluscum Contagiosum:

Apply an even thin layer to each Molluscum contagiosum lesion once a day.Duration of therapy: Up to 12 weeksComments:-Mix equal amounts (0.5 mL) of gel from tubes A and B before application.-Allow the gel to dry for 10 minutes after application.-Wash hands after applying gel, unless hands are being treated.Use: For the topical treatment of molluscum contagiosum in pediatric patients 1 year of age and older

Apply the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not apply two doses at one time.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Seek emergency medical attention if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medicine.

Avoid getting berdazimer topical near or in your eyes, mouth or vagina. Rinse with water if this medicine gets in those areas.

Avoid letting treated skin areas come into contact with other people.

This medication contains alcohol and should be kept away from open flame.

Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use, but many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.