Cotromol 1% Mouth Paint is an antifungal medication. It treats fungal infections of the mouth. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

Cotromol 1% Mouth Paint is used in treating various fungus infections

Uses of Cotromol Mouth Paint

Benefits of Cotromol Mouth Paint

In Fungal infections of mouth (Thrush)

Cotromol 1% Mouth Paint is an antifungal medicine. Upon application, it is slowly released into the saliva through your lips and cheeks. It kills and stops the growth of fungus that is causing the infection. Use it in the dose and duration as suggested by your doctor. Make sure you complete the full dose your doctor has prescribed. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. Do not eat, drink, or smoke for at least 30 minutes after application.

In Treatment of Fungal infections

Cotromol 1% Mouth Paint is an antifungal medicine. It kills and prevents the growth of fungus. This relieves the symptoms caused by the infection. It may be used to treat infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash, and fungal sweat rash. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed will relieve pain and itching and may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.

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Side effects of Cotromol Mouth Paint

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 Cotromol

No common side effects seen
Blisters
Skin peeling
Swelling
Application site irritation

How to use Cotromol Mouth Paint

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

How Cotromol Mouth Paint works

Cotromol 1% Mouth Paint is an antifungal medication which treats fungal infections of the mouth. It works by binding with the mucosa (the inner surface of the lips and cheeks) from where it is slowly released into the saliva. The fungal cell membranes are destroyed thereby killing the fungi.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cotromol 1% Mouth Paint is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cotromol 1% Mouth Paint is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Once you apply the medication, wait for at least 30 minutes before eating and drinking anything.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Few tips to prevent infection:
1. Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.
2. Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.
3. Keep your vagina clean and dry.
4. Use a separate clean towel for the infected area.
5. Take a shower with antifungal soap after gyming or severe sweating.
6. Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
Apply a sufficient amount to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
Inform your doctor if the infection does not clear up even after four weeks of treatment.
If used topically on the nipple area, wash breasts before feeding your child.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Patient concerns

I am regularly using the cream cosmelite But now due to a fungal infection i have to use a antifungal cream fungicros So So i want to know whether i can apply the cream cosmelite after fungicros

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

Pls tell me which part of body have fungal infections

Medicine for fungal infections.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

There is hundred type of fungal infectionFrom which you sufferBetter visit clinic for proper examination

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References

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