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Topcort Ointment 10gm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Topcort Ointment 10gm has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Topcort Ointment 10gm depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Topcort Ointment 10gm include Headache, Chills, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Topcort Ointment 10gm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Topcort Ointment 10gm go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Topcort Ointment 10gm's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Topcort Ointment 10gm related warnings talks about Topcort Ointment 10gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Topcort Ointment 10gm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Topcort Ointment 10gm with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Topcort Ointment 10gm is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Topcort Ointment 10gm 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Topcort Ointment 10gm safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Topcort in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Topcort Ointment 10gm safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Topcort for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Topcort Ointment 10gm on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Topcort on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Topcort Ointment 10gm on the Liver?
Topcort can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Topcort Ointment 10gm on the Heart?
Topcort has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Topcort Ointment 10gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Topcort Ointment 10gm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Topcort Ointment 10gm has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Topcort Ointment 10gm since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Topcort Ointment 10gm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Topcort Ointment 10gm in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Topcort Ointment 10gm
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Topcort Ointment 10gm together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Topcort Ointment 10gm
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Topcort Ointment 10gm.
Yes, Topcort is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. It is used for treating rash, psoriatic lesion or eczema on your skin surface. Unlike other steroids, Topcort is safe and easily tolerated by the patients. It decreases the action of the chemicals in the body that causes inflammation.
Topcort is available as a cream, lotion or an ointment. It is generally applied once a day. It should be applied every day at the same time. The instructions of the doctor and those given on the prescription label should be followed properly. One must not apply it more often than prescribed and it must not be applied to other areas of the skin. The skin condition should improve in 2 weeks times. A thin layer of cream or ointment should be applied and a few drops of lotion should be applied to the affected area. It is only to be applied on the skin. It should not be applied on mouth or eyes and should not be swallowed. Its use should be avoided on the genital, rectal areas, skin creases and armpits unless otherwise specified by your doctor. Do not apply any other cream, ointment or lotion on the treated area and do not cover it with bandage or cloth unless directed by your doctor.
Topcort may cause delayed weight gain and slowed growth in children on whom it is used topically. Therefore, you must talk to a doctor before using Topcort on children.
Yes, Topcort comes in combination with salicylic acid. The combination is very effective in treating psoriasis.
No, Topcort is not recommended to be used for ringworm. Ringworm is a fungal infection and it is not caused by any worm. It presents as a silver or red colored patch which may be swollen, itchy, scaly or dry. Ringworm can manifest in any part of the body, including groin (jock itch) and scalp (tenia capitis). The rash is usually ring-shaped on places other than face, neck or scalp. At times, the rash starts spreading. It should be treated using antifungal creams containing ingredients like clotrimazole, miconazole, etc.
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