Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cosvate might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair solution such as minoxidil.

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Cosvate may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Cosvate alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Cosvate is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Cosvate should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Cosvate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Cosvate 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. 

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Cosvate 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.