Ocovate 0.05% Cream 
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WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Ocovate 0.05% Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Ocovate 0.05% Cream is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Ocovate 0.05% Cream via licking.
SAFE
Ocovate 0.05% Cream does not usually affect your ability to drive.
There is limited information available on the use of Ocovate 0.05% Cream in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Ocovate 0.05% Cream in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Ocovate Cream
Ocovate 0.05% Cream is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
How to use Ocovate Cream
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 apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Ocovate Cream works
Ocovate 0.05% Cream is a topical corticosteroid (anti-inflammatory medicine). It works by reducing redness, itching, and swelling caused by various skin conditions.
Common Skin thinning, Contact dermatitis.
Q. Is Ocovate a steroid?
Ocovate is a potent topical corticosteroid used for the treatment of itching, redness, dryness, inflammation, and discomfort of various scalp and skin conditions.
Q. Is Ocovate used for treating hair loss?
Ocovate is used for the treatment of various scalp and skin conditions; however, it is not used for the treatment of hair loss. Talk to your doctor if you need treatment for hair loss.
Q. Does Ocovate cause hair loss?
Long-term use of steroids may damage your hair, causing hair loss especially when you use an airtight dressing. Always follow the advice of your doctor regarding its use and talk to your doctor in case you have hair loss while using Ocovate.
Q. Is Ocovate good for acne?
Ocovate is not be used for the treatment of acne. Talk to your doctor if you need any treatment for acne.
Q. What is Ocovate?
Ocovate belongs to a group of medicines called topical corticosteroids. It helps to reduce the redness and itchiness of certain skin problems.
Q. What is Ocovate used for?
Ocovate is used to help reduce the redness and itchiness in certain skin problems like relapsing eczema, psoriasis, lichen planus, dermatitis and other skin conditions that have not responded to milder steroid creams or ointments.
Q. Is Ocovate good for athlete's foot/ ringworm?
Ocovate is not be used for conditions like athlete's foot or ringworm. Please talk to your doctor for the treatment of your condition.
Q. Is Ocovate an antifungal drug?
Ocovate is not an antifungal drug. It is a topical corticosteroid.
Q. Does Ocovate cause thinning of skin?
Thinning of skin is an uncommon side effect of Ocovate. It may also cause stretch marks. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects while using Ocovate.
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