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Introduction of Cotrex Ointment

Cotrex Ointment is a combination of medicines used to treat various types of skin infections. It minimizes symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and itching. It also prevents the growth of infection-causing microorganisms to promote faster healing of infections.

Cotrex Ointment is a combination of four medicines: Cotrex Ointment1, Cotrex Ointment2, Cotrex Ointment3, and Cotrex Ointment4, which treat skin infections.

Uses of Cotrex Ointment

Benefits of Cotrex Ointment

In Treatment of Skin infections

Cotrex Ointment helps treat and control various skin infections caused by bacteria and fungus. It works by killing the microorganisms causing infection. It also reduces swelling, redness, and itching and so helps prevent scratching that can further irritate the skin. You might see a change in your skin appearance in a week if used as prescribed by your doctor. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Cotrex Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cotrex

  • Itching
  • Skin irritation
  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Burning sensation at the site of application

How to use Cotrex Ointment

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 dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cotrex Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cotrex Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Cotrex Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Cotrex Ointment, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cotrex Ointment
β‚Ή1.7/gm of Ointment
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241% costlier
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β‚Ή4.6/gm of ointment
171% costlier
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Ambit Bio Medix
β‚Ή2.52/gm of ointment
48% costlier
Bactoma N Ointment
Greenray Pharmaceuticals
β‚Ή2.8/gm of ointment
65% costlier

Quick tips

Cotrex Ointment

  • Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying Cotrex Ointment.
  • Apply it as a thin layer onto clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by an infection.
  • It may cause minor burning, stinging or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
  • Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
  • Use moisturizer regularly to overcome the skin dryness during the course of treatment.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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my scrotum and the skin on my thighs next to my scrotum have been red and itchy and had a somewhat scaly texture, sometimes they'd get so itchy that I would have to scratch, the past few weeks my scrotum has started to smell and produce a sweat like substance (it's like sweat except it never goes away and it leaves white stains in my underwear where my scrotum is near the fabric,
Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar
Ayurveda
Ok may be you are from from skin infections
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Dr. Saurav Arora
Homeopathy
Dear sir please elaborate your symptoms, history, treatment and investigations done.
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