Always read the label. Use only as directed. Consult your healthcare professional if symptoms persist.

Do not use CORTIC-DS if you have:

• A viral skin infection (such as herpes simplex, cold sores, shingles or chicken pox)
• A fungal skin infection (such as thrush, tinea or ringworm)
• Tuberculous condition of the skin
• Vaccinia (cowpox: a viral disease passed from cattle)
• Varicella (a rare form of chicken pox).

You must tell your doctor if:

• You are allergic to any other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives.
• You have any other health problems
• You are pregnant or breast-feeding. Do not apply the cream or ointment to the breast before breast- feeding.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using other creams, ointments or lotions or taking any medicine. This includes any that you buy without a prescription from a pharmacy, supermarket or health food shop.

Some medicines may interfere with CORTIC-DS if it is used excessively or for prolonged periods.

Do not use CORTIC-DS under dressings or on large areas of skin unless your doctor tells you.

Do not use it in or near the eyes.

Do not give your cream or ointment to anyone else even if their symptoms seem similar to yours.

Do not use it to treat other conditions unless your doctor tells you. Your doctor has prescribed CORTIC-DS especially for you and your condition. If you use it for another condition, it may not work or make the condition worse.

Do not use large amounts of CORTIC-DS for a long time. If you use large amounts for long time, the chance of systemic absorption through the skin and the chance of side effects increase.

Ask your doctor (or pharmacist) if you are concerned about the length of time you have been using this medicine.

Keep your medicine in a cool dry place where the temperature stays below 25°C.