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Cosvate Cream 30gm is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Cosvate Cream 30gm also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cosvate Cream 30gm. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cosvate Cream 30gm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cosvate Cream 30gm are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Cosvate Cream 30gm's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cosvate Cream 30gm related warnings talks about Cosvate Cream 30gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cosvate Cream 30gm contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Cosvate Cream 30gm with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Cosvate Cream 30gm is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cosvate Cream 30gm 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cosvate Cream 30gm is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cosvate Cream 30gm safe for pregnant women?
Cosvate can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cosvate, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cosvate Cream 30gm safe during breastfeeding?
Cosvate has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cosvate Cream 30gm on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Cosvate on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cosvate Cream 30gm on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cosvate on the liver.
What is the effect of Cosvate Cream 30gm on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cosvate for the heart.
Cosvate Cream 30gm 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 Cosvate Cream 30gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cosvate Cream 30gm habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cosvate Cream 30gm.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cosvate Cream 30gm will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cosvate Cream 30gm is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cosvate Cream 30gm is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cosvate Cream 30gm
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Cosvate Cream 30gm, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cosvate Cream 30gm
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cosvate Cream 30gm and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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.
Yes, Cosvate may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.
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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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