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Cotar K, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Lotion. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Cotar K 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 Cotar K. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Cotar K have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cotar K go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cotar K is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cotar K has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cotar K related warnings section.
Cotar K is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cotar K are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Cotar K may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cotar K is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cotar K 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cotar K is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cotar K safe for pregnant women?
Cotar K can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cotar K, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Cotar K safe during breastfeeding?
Cotar K does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cotar K on the Kidneys?
Cotar K is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cotar K on the Liver?
Cotar K can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Cotar K on the Heart?
Cotar K is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cotar K 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 Cotar K unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cotar K habit forming or addictive?
Cotar K does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cotar K. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Cotar K should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cotar K cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cotar K
Taking Cotar K with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cotar K
Consumption of alcohol and Cotar K together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nizoral (ketoconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 792-793
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
