Product introduction
Cosvate G is a prescription skin cream that combines clobetasol, a strong steroid, with gentamicin, an antibiotic. It is meant for external use on skin that is both inflamed and infected by bacteria. Because clobetasol is potent, it should only be used on the area and for the time your doctor advises.
Storage: Store below 25 degrees C in the original, tightly closed container. Keep away from children and pets, and dispose of unused cream safely.
Uses of Cosvate G Cream
- Bacterial skin infections with inflammation, redness, swelling and itching.
Benefits of Cosvate G Cream
The steroid calms redness, swelling and itching, while the antibiotic helps control the bacteria causing the infection. Using both together can relieve discomfort and treat the infection at the same time.
Side effects of Cosvate G Cream
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- Burning at the application site.
- Irritation, itching or redness.
- Thinning of the skin with prolonged use.
How to use Cosvate G Cream
Wash and dry the affected skin, then apply a thin layer two or three times a day, or as your doctor directs. Wash your hands before and after use unless the hands are being treated. Do not apply to the face, keep it away from the eyes, nose, mouth and vagina, and do not cover the area with a bandage or dressing. Complete the course prescribed, and rinse with water if the cream gets into the eyes.
How Cosvate G Cream works
Clobetasol is a corticosteroid that reduces the chemicals responsible for redness, swelling and itching. Gentamicin is an antibiotic that stops bacteria from making the proteins they need to grow, so the infection clears.
Substitutes for Cosvate G Cream
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
No interaction with alcohol is known for this skin cream.
Information is limited, so ask your doctor before using it during pregnancy.
Information is limited, so ask your doctor before using it while breastfeeding.
No effect on driving is expected.
No interaction with kidney disease is known for topical use.
No interaction with liver disease is known for topical use.
Quick tips
- Apply only a thin layer to the affected area and do not use it on the face.
- Do not cover the treated skin with airtight bandages or dressings unless your doctor tells you to.
- Use it for the prescribed time only, as long use of a strong steroid can thin the skin.
- Stop and call your doctor if you develop a rash, swelling or breathing trouble.
- Do not share the tube with anyone else or use it for other skin problems.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | Derma (topical corticosteroid combinations) |
| Action class | Corticosteroid and antibiotic combination |
Frequently asked questions
What is Cosvate G cream used for?
It is used on inflamed skin that is infected with bacteria, to reduce redness and itching and to clear the infection.
Can I stop once the skin looks better?
No. Finish the prescribed course, because the infection may not be fully gone even when symptoms ease.
Can I put it on my face?
It is not meant for use on the face. Keep it away from the eyes as well.
How often do I apply it?
Usually a thin layer two or three times a day, but follow the schedule your doctor gives.
Is it safe in pregnancy?
There is not enough information, so ask your doctor before using it.