Cutivate Cream 10g contains Fluticasone Propionate 0.05%, a topical corticosteroid used to reduce inflammation and relieve symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and skin irritation. It may be prescribed for steroid-responsive skin conditions including eczema and dermatitis.

Fluticasone Propionate works by reducing inflammatory substances in the skin, helping calm irritated and inflamed areas. Cutivate should be used according to a doctor's instructions, particularly because prolonged or inappropriate use of topical corticosteroids can cause skin-related side effects.

Uses

• Helps treat eczema
• Used for certain types of dermatitis
• Helps relieve itching and skin irritation
• Reduces redness and inflammation
• Helps manage steroid-responsive inflammatory skin conditions
• May be prescribed for certain allergic skin reactions

Benefits

• Provides relief from itching
• Helps reduce skin redness and swelling
• Calms inflamed and irritated skin
• Helps control inflammatory skin reactions
• Cream formulation is easy to apply to affected areas

How to Use

• Clean and gently dry the affected area.
• Apply a thin layer of Cutivate Cream to the affected skin.
• Gently rub until absorbed.
• Use only as frequently and for as long as prescribed by your doctor.
• Wash your hands after application unless your hands are the treated area.
• Avoid covering the treated area with a dressing unless specifically instructed.

Side Effects

Possible side effects may include:

• Mild burning or stinging
• Skin irritation
• Dryness
• Itching
• Changes in skin color
• Skin thinning with prolonged or excessive use
• Stretch marks or small visible blood vessels with extended use

Contact your doctor if symptoms become severe or if your skin condition gets worse.

Precautions

Cutivate contains a topical corticosteroid and should be used only for the condition for which it was prescribed.

Avoid prolonged use, particularly on the face, groin, skin folds, or large areas of the body, unless specifically advised by a healthcare professional.

Do not use Cutivate on untreated fungal, bacterial, or viral skin infections without medical advice, as corticosteroids may mask or worsen some infections.

Avoid contact with the eyes. Children should use topical corticosteroids only under appropriate medical supervision.

Cutivate should not be used as a cosmetic skin-whitening cream.

Price in Pakistan

The price of Cutivate Cream 10g can vary depending on the pharmacy, manufacturer, and current availability. Check with your local pharmacy or online medicine store for the latest price before purchasing.

FAQs

Q1: What is Cutivate Cream 10g used for?

Cutivate Cream is used to reduce itching, redness, inflammation, and irritation associated with certain steroid-responsive skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis.

Q2: What is the generic name of Cutivate Cream?

The active ingredient is Fluticasone Propionate 0.05%.

Q3: Is Cutivate a steroid cream?

Yes. Cutivate contains fluticasone propionate, which is a topical corticosteroid.

Q4: Can Cutivate Cream be used for fungal infections?

Do not use Cutivate alone to treat a suspected fungal infection. A steroid can reduce inflammation while allowing some infections to worsen or become harder to recognize.

Q5: Can Cutivate be used on the face?

Only if specifically recommended by a doctor. Improper or prolonged use of topical corticosteroids on the face can cause skin thinning and other complications.