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Cvate is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream, Solution. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cvate have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cvate. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cvate as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cvate are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Cvate has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cvate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Cvate are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Cvate may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cvate, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Cvate is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Cvate safe for pregnant women?
Cvate can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cvate right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Cvate safe during breastfeeding?
Cvate may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cvate on the Kidneys?
Cvate is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cvate on the Liver?
Cvate does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Cvate on the Heart?
Using Cvate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Cvate 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 Cvate unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cvate habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cvate.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cvate since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cvate only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cvate is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cvate
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Cvate with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cvate
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cvate with alcohol.
Yes, Cvate 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.
No, Cvate 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 Cvate is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Cvate should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Cvate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Yes, Cvate may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.
No, Cvate should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Cvate does not cause yeast infections. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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