Do you need a prescription for Cocois ointment?

Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you. This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to use Cocois carefully to get the best results from it.

Can you buy Cocois over the counter?

One exception to this is cocois ointment – this product contains coal tar and salicylic acid and should be applied to the scalp for one hour before being shampooed out. Coal tar scalp applications are typically available over the counter without a prescription.

Can Cocois ointment be used on skin?

Don’t apply the ointment to broken or inflamed areas of skin. Wash your hands after applying the ointment. The ointment should be used once a week when necessary. In more severe cases you can use the ointment once a day for the first three to seven days of treatment, until the skin has improved.

Can I leave Cocois ointment on overnight?

If both are prescribed: cocois can be applied at night, washed out the following morning and then steroid lotion or mousse applied. As with many treatments there are side effects so it is important to apply the treatment for the prescribed time as indicated by the doctor.

What do you need to know about cocois ointment?

What Cocois is for Cocois contains coal tar, salicylic acid and sulphur for external use. Coal tar and sulphur are mildly antiseptic and relieves itching. Sulphur also has an antifungal action. Coal tar, salicylic acid and sulphur help to reduce the excessive hardening, thickening and scaling of the skin.

What can cocois be used for on the scalp?

Cocois has mild, antipruritic, antiseptic and keratolytic properties. It is indicated in the treatment of scaly skin disorders of the scalp such as psoriasis, eczema, seborrhoeic dermatitis and dandruff.

Are there any ingredients in cocois that are allergic to them?

Cocois is for the treatment of dry scaly skin disorders of the scalp such as psoriasis, eczema, dandruff and other inflammatory conditions causing irritation and scaliness. * You are allergic to any of the ingredients in Cocois (see section 6)

When to use cocois before or after coconut oil?

Cocois is for the treatment of dry scaly skin disorders of the scalp such as psoriasis, eczema, dandruff and other inflammatory conditions causing irritation and scaliness. 2. Before you use Cocois Do not use Cocois if: