Chromai-N Ointment
Chromai-N Ointment
¥1,705 JPY
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Chloramphenicol®-N Ointment
Treatment effective for red bumps on the body (purulent skin diseases)
Do you have these concerns?
Red bumps around the décolleté. Different from acne?
Feeling down because of body bumps reflected in the mirror…
Bumps are painful and itchy due to rubbing against clothing and sweat
Unable to wear favorite clothes due to concern about others' glancesAre the causes of facial acne and body red bumps different?
Facial acne care may not cure body red bumps. The causes may be completely different.
- Causative bacteria: Acne bacteria
- Locations: Forehead and cheeks
- Causes: Dry skin, excessive intake of lipids and sugars
- Causative bacteria: A type of mold (such as Malassezia)
- Locations: Back, décolleté, shoulders, etc.
- Causes: Various factors such as sebum, sweat, and stress
Care with a purulent skin disease medication containing antifungal ingredients is effective
About Kuromai®-N Ointment
"Kuromai-N Ointment" is a Class 2 OTC Drug manufactured and sold by Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare. It is used to treat red bumps (purulent skin diseases) on the back, décolleté, neck, shoulders, thighs, buttocks, and other body areas.
The only over-the-counter drug containing the antifungal ingredient (Nystatin) effective against fungi (a type of mold), plus two antibiotics that target bacteria causing red, pus-filled bumps. Being a non-steroid type without steroids, it can be used over wide areas of the body.
Three features effective against red bumps on the body
The only over-the-counter drug! Contains antifungal ingredient "Nystatin"
Nystatin
The only over-the-counter drug* that contains an antifungal ingredient effective against fungi (such as Malassezia) that cause symptoms. It works effectively on persistent body bumps that acne medications for the face cannot treat.
*For use in purulent skin diseases
Two antibiotics target the bacteria causing pus formation
Chloramphenicol Fradiomycin sulfate
Contains two types of antibiotics that are effective against bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, which cause red, pus-filled bumps. It thoroughly cares for skin troubles like folliculitis.
Non-steroid type suitable for wide-area use
Steroid-free
Since this ointment does not contain steroids, it can be used on a wide range of body areas including the back, neck, décolleté, shoulders, thighs, and buttocks. *This product is a pale yellow to yellow-brown ointment. Please be careful of staining when wearing white clothing.
Effective from oozing to dry skin
Steroid-free
Ointment formulation
This easy-to-spread ointment protects and cares for affected areas from weeping to dry. A trusted product from Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare.
Effective for red bumps appearing on these parts of the body
*Purulent skin diseases
Back
Décolleté
Neck
Shoulders
Thighs
ButtocksActive ingredients (per 1g)
| Classification | Ingredient name | Content amount | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antibiotic | Chloramphenicol | 20mg (potency) | Suppresses bacterial growth and proliferation |
| Antibiotic | Fradiomycin sulfate | 5mg (potency) | Suppresses bacterial growth and proliferation |
| Antifungal ingredient | Nystatin | 100,000 units | Suppresses fungal growth and sterilizes |
Additive: Gelled hydrocarbon
Indications and effects
Usage and dosage
| How to use | Amount per application | Frequency of use |
|---|---|---|
| Application to affected area | Appropriate amount | Once to several times a day |
✅ Clean the affected area before use.
✅ Follow the usage and dosage instructions.
Comparison with other topical skin medications
Please check the differences from major OTC drugs used for purulent skin diseases.
| Comparison items | Chloramphenicol®-N Ointment (This product) |
General acne medication | General antibiotic ointment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classification | Class 2 OTC Drug | Class 2 OTC Drug | Class 2 OTC Drug |
| Formulation | Ointment | Gel & Cream | Ointment |
| Contains antifungal ingredient (Nystatin) |
✓ Only OTC drug※ |
✗ | ✗ |
| Contains antibiotics |
✓ Two types |
✗ |
✓ One type |
| Steroid-free | ✓ | ✓ | Depends on the product |
| Wide area body use | ✓ | Mainly for face use | Depends on the product |
| Effectiveness against fungi (Malassezia) | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Content | 12g | Depends on the product | Depends on the product |
*For purulent skin diseases. Comparison is based on general product characteristics.
🩺 Doctor’s Q&A
Supervised by: Dr. Mariko Saito (Plastic Surgery & Cosmetic Dermatology / Director of Yamamoto Medical Center)
・Do not use around the eyes, mucous membranes, etc.
・This product is a pale yellow to yellow-brown ointment. Be careful as it may stain clothing.
■ Consultations
・People who fall under the following categories should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before use: those receiving medical treatment, or those who have experienced allergic reactions (rash, redness, itching, etc.) to drugs or cosmetics.
・If any of the following symptoms appear after use, stop using the product and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller as they may be side effects: rash, redness, itching, etc.
・If symptoms do not improve after 5 to 6 days of use, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
・Keep out of reach of children.
・Do not transfer to another container (this may cause misuse or change the quality).
・Do not use the product after the expiration date.
