Crotin Cream is used to treat scabies and to relieve itching and skin irritation associated with sunburn, dry eczema (type of itchy skin rash), dermatitis (red and itchy skin), allergic rashes, hives, nettle rash, chickenpox, heat rashes, personal itching, insect bites and stings.

Q. How should Crotin Cream be applied?

You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Crotin Cream cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. Remember, it is important to wash your hands before and after applying Crotin Cream.

Q. Should Crotin Cream be left on overnight?

At the beginning of the treatment, Crotin Cream is usually used once daily in the evening. The area should not be washed after applying Crotin Cream. Leave it overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.

Q. What should prompt me to discontinue Crotin Cream?

If you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation, discontinue the medicine and consult the doctor.

Q. What precautions should be followed while applying Crotin Cream?

Use Crotin Cream only on your skin. Keep it away from your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Crotin Cream on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Crotin Cream on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. This is because Crotin Cream can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Crotin Cream. Avoid contact with hair as Crotin Cream has strong bleaching properties. Consult your doctor for any other query related to Crotin Cream.

Q. How often should I apply Crotin Cream?

The initial dose is preferably once daily in the evening. Later, the doctor will gradually increase the dose to twice daily (most probably morning and evening) depending upon the requirement.

Q. How long does Crotin Cream take to show its effects?

You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. You may need to use this treatment for a longer duration to gain maximum benefit. Do not worry, this is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, talk to your doctor immediately.

Q. When can I apply moisturizer, before or after Crotin Cream?

You may apply moisturizer an hour after applying Crotin Cream. Consult your doctor in case of any doubt or concern.

Information last updated by Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology on 6th Mar 2020.
The medicine details are for information purpose only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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