Psoriasis is treated with Cortispor C Lotion. Skin cells proliferate in psoriasis, a skin condition that results in uneven, bumpy red patches covered in white scales. The scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back are common places for these red patches to form.
Cortispor C Lotion contains Calcipotriol 0.005% + Clobetasol Propionate 0.05%. Calcipotriol propionate and calcipotriol it is the synthetic forms of Vitamin D, which block the production of chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen, and itchy. Calcipotril blocks the overproduction of skin cells, and in this combination, it treats psoriasis.
Uses of Cortispor C Lotion
- It is specialised in treating Psoriasis
- It reduces redness, scaling, and thickening of the skin caused by psoriasis.
- It is also effective in Eczema and reduces inflammation and dryness caused by Eczema
- It treats irritation caused by different types of dermatitis.
- It reduces skin dryness and irritation, and also improves the moisture balance of the skin.
How to use Cortispor C Lotion
You can use Cortispor C Lotion as prescribed by your healthcare provider, and you can also read the label before using Cortispor C Lotion. You can apply a thin layer of this lotion to the affected area. Make sure to clean and dry the affected area, and it is for external use, so avoid internal use.
Side effects of Cortispor C Lotion
- Redness
- Itching
- Rash
- Stinging sensation
- Dryness
Storage
Keep in cool temperature and away from direct sunlight.
Interactions
Interact with Drugs
- Vitamin D
- Cyclosporine
- Prednisone
Interaction with Disease
If you have any fungal infection, viral, high calcium level in blood, excess vitamin D level in blood, and have liver or kidney disease, make sure to avoid or consult with your healthcare provider before using this Cortispor C Lotion.
Interaction with Food
No interaction
Interaction with Beverages
No Interactions
For Pregnant Women
Always consult your healthcare provider before using Cortispor C Lotion
For Breastfeeding Women
Not known if it passes to the child or not, so consult your healthcare provider before using Cortispor C Lotion
Habit Forming
No
Lifestyle:
- Use a warm bath and avoid hard soap for taking a bath.
- Wear loose clothes to avoid sweat and spread the infection
- Make sure to change socks regularly to avoid infections
- Avoid sharing clothes
- Never scratch the infected area as it makes your infection worse and may cause it to spread all over.
- Manage stress, rest well and exercise regularly.
Advice:
Always monitor your blood sugar level while you use Cortispor C Lotion, and if you don’t notice any improvement, make sure to consult with your healthcare provider. Never bandage the infected area it makes the infection worse.
FAQS
What is the use of Cortispor C Lotion?
Cortispor C Lotion is the combination of Calcipotriol and Clobetasol Propionate, which is used to treat psoriasis and relieve the red bumpy patches, itchiness and redness.
Are there any precautions while using Cortispor C Lotion?
You can use this lotion as advised by your healthcare provider. Just make sure never bandage the infection; it is only for external use, so never use it internally, and try to wear loose clothes.
Is Cortispor C Lotion sensitive to sunlight?
It is advised that when you go outside, wear protective clothes that cover your skin and use sunscreen to avoid tanning and sunlamps.
If my symptoms are relieved, can I stop using Cortispor C Lotion?
Never stop using Cortispor C Lotion even if you feel better until advised by your healthcare provider.
