Corto-Quinol Ointment
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Product introduction
Corto-Quinol Ointment is a combination medicine used in the treatment of skin infections. It works by killing microorganisms that cause infection. It also blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause redness, swelling, and itching.
Corto-Quinol Ointment is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.
This medicine is usually safe, however, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Corto-Quinol Ointment is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.
This medicine is usually safe, however, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects are usually mild and self-limiting. Serious side effects are rare.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. The medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses of Corto-Quinol Ointment
Benefits of Corto-Quinol Ointment
In Treatment of Skin infections
Corto-Quinol Ointment is used to treat various skin infections caused by bacteria and fungus. It also reduces swelling, redness, and itching and so helps prevent scratching that can further irritate the skin. Apply a thin layer of Corto-Quinol Ointment, once or twice a day, to affected areas of skin only. You may see an improvement in your skin within a week depending on the severity of your condition.
Side effects of Corto-Quinol 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 Corto-Quinol
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Corto-Quinol 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.
How Corto-Quinol Ointment works
Corto-Quinol Ointment is a combination of two medicines: Hydrocortisone and Quiniodochlor, which helps to treat skin infections. Hydrocortisone is anti-inflammatory medicine (glucocorticoid). It suppresses the action of inflammation (redness and swelling) causing products (prostaglandins and leukotrienes), thus reducing inflammation. It also reduces inflammation by decreasing the action of the immune system (lymphatic system). Quiniodochlor is an antimicrobial (hydroxyquinolones). It kills the microorganisms that cause skin infection. This how Corto-Quinol Ointment works to treat your skin infections.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Corto-Quinol Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Corto-Quinol 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 Corto-Quinol Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Corto-Quinol Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Corto-Quinol Ointment must be applied as a thin layer on the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Do not 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.
- Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
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Name: East India Pharmaceutical Works Ltd
Address: 6, NANDALAL BOSE SARANI,KOLKATA -700071
Country of origin: India
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