Cortimycin Information

Cortimycin is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. Ulcerative Colitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cortimycin have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cortimycin. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Cortimycin include Skin Rash, Facial swelling, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful). Some other side effects of Cortimycin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Cortimycin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cortimycin is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cortimycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cortimycin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Cortimycin with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cortimycin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Cortimycin Benefits & Uses
Cortimycin Dosage & How to Take
Cortimycin Side Effects
Cortimycin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cortimycin with Other Drugs
Cortimycin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cortimycin
Cortimycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cortimycin Benefits & Uses

Cortimycin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Ulcerative Colitis

Other Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Inflammatory Disease
Piles (Read More - Home Remedies for Piles)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dermatitis
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Osteoarthritis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Itchy Scalp
Itchy Ear

Cortimycin Dosage & How to Take

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

Cortimycin Related Warnings

Is the use of Cortimycin safe for pregnant women?

Cortimycin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Cortimycin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Cortimycin safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Cortimycin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Cortimycin is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cortimycin on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Cortimycin. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cortimycin on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cortimycin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cortimycin on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Cortimycin. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Cortimycin with Other Drugs

Cortimycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Cortimycin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cortimycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Shock
Infections
Tuberculous Meningitis (TBM)
Dehydration
Potassium Deficiency
Calcium Deficiency
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis
Heart Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Scleroderma
Depression
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure
Osteoporosis
Diabetes
Myasthenia Gravis
Diaper Rash
Tuberculosis (TB)

Frequently asked Questions about Cortimycin

Is this Cortimycin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Cortimycin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cortimycin as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cortimycin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Cortimycin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cortimycin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cortimycin

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cortimycin together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cortimycin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cortimycin with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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