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Cortrima 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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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 Cortrima is used -
Severe
Moderate
Is the use of Cortrima safe for pregnant women?
Cortrima may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Cortrima, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Cortrima safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Cortrima in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Cortrima is unavailable.
What is the effect of Cortrima on the Kidneys?
Cortrima can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Cortrima on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cortrima. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cortrima on the Heart?
Cortrima may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Cortrima should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cortrima unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cortrima habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cortrima.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cortrima since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cortrima only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cortrima is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cortrima
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Cortrima together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cortrima
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cortrima.
Cortrima is available in multiple dosage forms like topical cream, ointment, lotion, injectibles, nasal inhalation aerosol, and oral paste. You should take it exactly as per the recommendations of your doctor. Do not use it for the ailments not prescribed by your doctor.
No, Cortrima should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. Do not apply it on your wound unless specified by your doctor. Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. It forms around itchy and scaly patch on the skin. It is important to wash the affected area with soap and clean water frequently. One may apply apple cider vinegar, tea tree oil, coconut oil, turmeric, aloe vera, oregano oil, lemongrass oil, and powdered licorice on the lesion.
High potency Cortrima oral dosage forms are used for the treatment of aphthous stomatitis (presence of round or oval painful ulcers on the oral mucosal membrane). It is also used for the treatment of gingival (related to gum inflammation) disorders like oral lichen planus (painful patches inside the mouth) and desquamative gingivitis (erythematous, blistering, and eroding gingival tissue). Cortrima dental paste is used for the management of non-herpetic oral inflammatory and ulcerative lesions.
The allergic reaction to Cortrima is rare, however, it might develop. It might cause a rash, itching, swelling of the mouth, throat, lips, and tongue, dizziness and difficulty in breathing. Please speak to your doctor immediately when you develop an allergic reaction.
Yes, Cortrima is used for the treatment of scabies. Scabies is a parasitic infection caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei. It is diagnosed by either finding out the mite, its ova or its excreta. This often leads to a lot of itching and a rash. Scabies can be prevented by treating everyone in the house at the same time because scabies may take several weeks to present as a manifestation. It is also important to avoid prolonged skin to skin contact. The laundry should be done in hot water and it should be dried at the hottest temperature setting so that the mite gets killed. Unwashable items should be put in a bag and the bag should be closed tightly. In due course of time, the mites will die a natural death and the bag articles can be used again. It is also critical that the bath and hand towels are not shared with each other. Lastly, it is important to comply with the treatment completely.
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