Cutivate

Cutivate should not be used with tight, occlusive dressings or bandages.

CHILDREN

Cutivate cream may be used with caution to treat children over 3 months of age. Apply a thin film of Cutivate cream to the affected skin areas 1 or 2 times a day. Rub in gently. The safety of Cutivate cream to treat children for longer than 4 weeks has not been established.

Cutivate ointment is not recommended for use in children.

Cutivate should not be used with tight, occlusive dressings or bandages.

The safety and effectiveness of Cutivate cream have not been established for treatments lasting more than 4 weeks in children or for infants below age 3 months.

Cutivate ointment is not recommended for use in children.

Overdosage

With extensive or long-term use of Cutivate, hormone absorbed into the bloodstream may cause a group of symptoms called Cushing's syndrome.

• Symptoms of Cushing's syndrome may include:
  Acne, depression, excessive hair growth, high blood pressure, humped upper back, insomnia, moonfaced appearance, obese trunk, paranoia, stretch marks, wasted limbs, stunted growth (in children), susceptibility to bruising, fractures, and infections

Cushing's syndrome may also trigger diabetes mellitus.

If it is left uncorrected, Cushing's syndrome may become serious. If you suspect your long-term use of Cutivate has led to this problem, seek medical attention immediately.