Cosvate S 6 Ointment 30 gm

Q. Is Salicylic Acid good for acne/acne scars/ skin/hair/genital warts/ remove dark spots/exfoliate skin?
Salicylic Acid is part of an acne cream/ointment/solution/gel/shampoo/medicated plaster. It is used for curing acne and its scars. It is also used for dandruff problems. It is not used for lightening the skin or exfoliating it. It is not used to cure genital warts

Q. Does Salicylic Acid work?
Salicylic Acid works best if used for an indication at the dose prescribed by the doctor

Q. Does it expire?
Salicylic Acid does expire and should not be used beyond the expiry date

Q. How does Salicylic Acid work?
Salicylic Acid is used as part of an acne cream/ointment/solution/gel/shampoo/medicated plaster. It works on reducing swelling and redness and thus causing pimples to shrink. It also loosens and softens the dry, scaly skin thus causing it to peel off.

Q. Is Clobetasol Topical a steroid?
Itching, redness, dryness, inflammation, and discomfort of the various scalp and skin conditions can be treated by Clobetasol Topical which is a potent topical corticosteroid.

Q. Is Clobetasol Topical used for treating hair loss?
Clobetasol Topical is used for the treatment of various scalp and skin conditions; however, it is not used for the treatment of hair loss. Talk to your doctor if you need treatment for hair loss.

Q. Does Clobetasol Topical cause hair loss?
Prolonged usage of steroids may result in damage to hair particularly while using airtight dressing. Consult the doctor if you come across such symptoms after intake of Clobetasol Topical.

Q. Is Clobetasol Topical good for acne?
Clobetasol Topical doesn't treat acne. Consult the doctor if you want a treatment for acne

Q. What is Clobetasol Topical?
Clobetasol Topical is used to overcome the redness and itchiness of skin and belongs to the class of drugs called topical corticosteroids.

Q. What is Clobetasol Topical used for?
Clobetasol Topical is used to help reduce the redness and itchiness in certain skin problems like relapsing eczema, psoriasis, lichen planus, dermatitis and other skin conditions that have not responded to milder steroid creams or ointments.

Q. Is Clobetasol Topical good for athlete's foot/ ringworm?
Clobetasol Topical doesn't act towards athlete's foot or ringworm. Consult the doctor if you require treatment for the same.

Q. Is Clobetasol Topical an antifungal drug?
Clobetasol Topical belongs to topical corticosteroid and not an antifungal drug.

Q. Does Clobetasol Topical cause thinning of skin?
Intake of Clobetasol Topical may cause stretch marks and thinning of the skin is an uncommon side effect. Consult the doctor if you come across such symptoms after intake of Clobetasol Topical.

• It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to Salicylic Acid or any of the ingredients of the acne cream, ointment, solution, gel, shampoo or medicated plaster.Do not apply Salicylic Acid to open wounds or irritated skin.Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after applying Salicylic Acid containing application.Do not apply on eyes, nose, genitals or rectum, and avoid touching these areas after applying medication to affected area and before washing your hands.Topical Salicylic Acid should not be used for genital warts, warts on the face, warts with hair growing from them, warts in the nose or mouth, moles, or birthmarks.Do not cover treated skin with a bandage or heating pad, which can increase the burning sensation. You should not cover the skin with clothing immediately after application.Do not apply this immediately after shaving or bathing.Avoid getting this medication on dentures or any other thing that comes in contact with sensitive parts of the body.Do not use Salicylic Acid on children or adolescents without the prescription of the doctor.Tell your doctor about any other medication you are taking, or if you have kidney problems or if you are pregnant or breast feeding or are diabetic or have blood circulation problems.The cream, ointment, solution, gel, shampoo, medicated plaster should be used for an indication only as instructed by doctor and not for any other indication.