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USES: This medication is a steroid product used on the skin to reduce inflammation and relieve itching associated with various skin disorders.
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Cutivate
Uses
This medication is a steroid product used on the skin to reduce inflammation and relieve itching associated with various skin disorders.
Notes
- If the condition for which this was prescribed does not improve or becomes worse after a few days, notify your doctor.
- Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication.
- Do not share this medication with others.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
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Cutivate, Fluticasone propionate, |
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Cutivate, Fluticasone propionate, |
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CUTIVATE 0.05% CREAM 30GM |
cutivate lotion bottle |
GSK CUTIVATE(克廷膚) |
How To Use
- HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This medication is for topical use only.
- Clean and dry the affected area as directed.
- Then apply a small amount of the medication on the skin and rub in gently.
- A thin layer is all that is needed.
- Do not bandage, wrap or cover the area treated unless you are instructed to do so by your doctor.
- Do not use large amounts nor apply this more often than directed nor use this for longer than prescribed.
- Your condition will not clear faster, but side effects may be increased.
- Use carefully if applying to the face.
- Avoid contact with the eyes.
Side Effects
- This medication may cause itching, burning, redness, dry skin or a rash.
- Notify your doctor if you develop any of these symptoms occur.
- Very unlikely to occur but report promptly the following side effects: unusual weakness, weight loss, nausea/vomiting, fainting or dizziness.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history including any pre-existing illnesses, infections, skin disorders (e.g., thinning skin) or any allergies, especially any drug allergies.
- Though very unlikely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream.
- This may have undesirable consequences that may require additional corticosteroid treatment.
- This is especially true for children and for those who have used this for an extended period if they also have serious medical problems such as serious infections, injuries or surgeries.
- This precaution applies for up to one year after stopping use of this drug.
- Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
- This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- It is not known if this medication is excreted into breast milk.
- Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially skin products containing hydrocortisone.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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