Cosvate Ointment 15gm, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cosvate Ointment 15gm have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Cosvate Ointment 15gm depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
While these are the most often observed Cosvate Ointment 15gm side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Cosvate Ointment 15gm 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.
In addition, Cosvate Ointment 15gm's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cosvate Ointment 15gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Cosvate Ointment 15gm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cosvate Ointment 15gm may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Cosvate Ointment 15gm is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Cosvate Ointment 15gm 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 Ointment 15gm is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cosvate Ointment 15gm 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 Ointment 15gm safe during breastfeeding?
Cosvate has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cosvate Ointment 15gm on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Cosvate on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cosvate Ointment 15gm on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Cosvate on the liver.
What is the effect of Cosvate Ointment 15gm on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Cosvate for the heart.
Cosvate Ointment 15gm 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 Ointment 15gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cosvate Ointment 15gm habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cosvate Ointment 15gm.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Cosvate Ointment 15gm will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cosvate Ointment 15gm is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cosvate Ointment 15gm is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cosvate Ointment 15gm
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Cosvate Ointment 15gm, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cosvate Ointment 15gm
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cosvate Ointment 15gm and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Cosvate alone should not be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris because it is a fungal infection and Cosvate is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Cosvate should not be used for the treatment of jock itch. For the treatment of jock itch, you can use a combination of Cosvate and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.
Yes, Cosvate might be used for the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS) which is a skin condition that causes thinning of the skin and white patches, generally in the genital area. Clinical studies have found Cosvate to be effective in the treatment of lichen sclerosus (LS).
Yes, Cosvate might lighten skin because it causes skin atrophy (skin thinning) which reduces the darkness of the skin. However, Cosvate is not approved for skin lightening and should not be used for this purpose because it can cause unpleasant side effects.
Application of Cosvate on the face must be avoided but if it has been advised by your doctor then you can use it only for a short-term period not more than 5 days because the skin on your face thins easily.
Yes, Cosvate might cause dry skin in few cases only. However, the exact cause behind dry skin is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive dryness of skin after applying this drug then you are advised to use a skin moisturizer. Skin moisturizer should be applied only after 30 minutes of applying this drug so that the Cosvate can be absorbed by the skin.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
