Cutivate0.05%
Cream
GlaxoSmithKline
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Cutivate may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developin... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Cutivate is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Cutivate belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used for treatment of skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as eczema, derm... View More
Uses of Cutivate
- Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Side effects of Cutivate
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Cutivate
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Cutivate works
Cutivate is a steroid medicine. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy due to skin... View More
- You have been prescribed Cutivate for treating itchy, red rashes and skin irritation associated with skin conditions such as atopic eczema, allergic con... View More
- Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Don't apply it to broken or infected areas of skin, face, eyes or eyelids.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Cutivate and consult your doctor.
- Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after two weeks of treatment.
Indication
Psoriasis, Eczema, Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses
Adult Dose
Topical cream Atopic Dermatitis, Corticosteroid-responsive Dermatoses Apply a thin film to the affected skin areas once or twice daily. Rub in gentl... View More
Child Dose
Topical cream Atopic Dermatitis, Corticosteroid-responsive Dermatoses Child > 3 months: Apply a thin film to the affected skin areas once or twice dai... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Acne vulgaris, rosacea, perioral dermatitis, skin atrophy; hypersensitivity. Primary cutaneous viral infections (e.g. herpes simplex, ... View More
Mode of Action
Fluticasone utilises a fluorocarbothioate ester linkage at the C17 position. It has potent vasoconstrictive and anti-inflammatory activity, but weak HPA... View More
Precaution
Children, pregnancy, lactation, concomitant skin infections. Concomitant skin/lung/systemic infections. Advised to rinse mouth with water every time aft... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Pruritus (2.9%),Dryness (1.2%),Skin irritation: (3%),Eczema (1%),Telangiectasia (2-5%),Numbness of fingers (1%) <1% Burning,Folliculitis,Acne... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Interaction
May lead to increased plasma concentrations of fluticasone when used with CYP4503A4 inhibitors such as ritonavir.
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