Sorvate C Ointment 20 gm

Sorvate C Ointment belongs to the class of medicines called 'antipsoriatic agents', primarily used to treat psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply and form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales. These red patches can commonly appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back.

Sorvate C Ointment comprises of two medicines, namely Clobetasol propionate (corticosteroid) and Calcitriol (Vitamin D3). Clobetasol propionate blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers), which make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Calcitriol is a man-made form of Vitamin D that inhibits the excess production of skin cells which leads to the formation of scales and patches of the skin in psoriasis. Together, Sorvate C Ointment helps treat psoriasis.

Sorvate C Ointment is for external use only. Your doctor will advise the dose and duration based on your medical condition. Common side-effects of Sorvate C Ointment are burning/stinging sensation, itching, redness, dryness and irritation at the site of application. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

Avoid contact of Sorvate C Ointment with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water thoroughly if contact occurs. Do not use Sorvate C Ointment to treat acne, rosacea (facial flushing on and around the nose), and perioral dermatitis (red or scaly rashes around the mouth). Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Sorvate C Ointment only with proper consultation and caution. Sorvate C Ointment is not recommended for children less than 12 years of age.

Sorvate C Ointment treats psoriasis and is a combination of two medicines: namely: Clobetasol propionate and Calcitriol. Clobetasol propionate is a corticosteroid medicine. It blocks the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers), which make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Calcitriol is a man-made form of Vitamin D that is an antipsoriatic agent. It inhibits the excess production of skin cells that leads to the formation of scales and patches of the skin in psoriasis. Sorvate C Ointment helps treat plaque psoriasis, a most common type of psoriasis that develops thick red patches on the skin, with a silver or white scaly layer.

Avoid using Sorvate C Ointment if you are allergic to any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases before starting Sorvate C Ointment. Sorvate C Ointment is not recommended for diaper rash. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should use Sorvate C Ointment only with proper doctor consultation and caution. Sorvate C Ointment is for external use only. Avoid contact of Sorvate C Ointment with eyes, nose and mouth. Rinse it off with water thoroughly if contact occurs. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Sorvate C Ointment unless advised by the doctor. Always wash hands before and after the application of Sorvate C Ointment unless the area of treatment is hands.

• Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
• Always wear loose-fitting clothes to avoid further sweat and the spread of infections.
• Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
• Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent infections.
• Do not scratch the affected area of the skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
• Avoid sharing towels, combs, bed sheets, shoes or socks with others.
• Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
• Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
• Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and sleep peacefully. 

If you do not notice any improvement of your infection after using Sorvate C Ointment for one to two weeks, please consult your doctor.

Psoriasis: It is a skin disorder in which skin cells multiply and form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales. These red patches can commonly appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Psoriasis is a noncontagious (not spread by contact) chronic immune condition with no cure. It can be mild, moderate, or severe based on the patches' coverage on the skin. People with 80-90% suffering from psoriasis have plaque psoriasis. Psoriasis can be pustular, guttate, inverse, and erythrodermic. Pustular psoriasis mainly covers the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. Guttate psoriasis usually starts in childhood or young age and affects the torso and limbs. Inverse psoriasis forms bright red lesions in the armpits, groin, and under the breasts. Erythrodermic psoriasis is triggered by sunburn, infections, and certain medications that cause redness and shedding of the skin.