It is used as a cream to treat mild to moderate inflammatory skin disorders such as mild to moderate eczema (itchy skin rash)contact dermatitis (e.g. after contact with certain plants, cosmetics, irritants like detergents), insect bite reactions. Orally it is used to reduce pain, swelling and inflammation and to reduce the body's immune response. In general this drug is used to treat hormonal conditions when the body does not produce enough of its own steroids, and to treat a range of immune and allergic conditions. Hydrocortisone is used as an injection for treating various conditions such as severe allergic reactions, arthritis, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, and skin diseases. The injectable form of hydrocortisone is used when a similar drug cannot be taken by mouth or when a very fast treatment is needed, especially in patients with severe medical conditions. This drug may also be used with other medications as a replacement for certain hormones.
How it works
Hydrocortisone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. It prevents and treats the allergic and inflammatory reactions by decreasing the number of blood cells that cause inflammation and allergy.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration. Hydrocortisone is available for local application as an ointment or cream.
Treatment of inflammatory skin disorders:
Adults and children ? 10 years: Apply sparingly to a small area, once or twice a day, for a maximum of 7 days.
Children <10 years: Not recommended.
Common side effects
Allergy (skin rash, red or itchy skin), worsening of the condition that is being treated, skin thinning, suppression of hormone release from higher centers in the brain after prolonged treatment, dilated and prominent blood vessels of the skin, striae (irregular bands or strips at the site of application which are different in color than the normal skin).
Who should not take
Patients allergic to hydrocortisone or any other ingredients in the formulation.
Patients with infected or broken skin.
Children <10 years. Crotamiton(0.25% )
Uses
Crotamiton 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 (pale red, raised, itchy skin rash), chickenpox, heat rashes, personal itching, insect bites and stings.
How it works
Crotamiton belongs to two classes of medicines called antipruritics and scabicides. It works by killing the mites, which cause scabies.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration.
Pruritus in adults: 10% crotamiton Cream or lotion, 2-3 daily applications of on affected area.
Scabies in adults: Once daily application after bath (when the skin is dry) preferably in evening for 3-5 days.
Common side effects
Itching of skin (pruritus), redness and itching of the skin due to contact to affected person (contact dermatitis), severe allergic reaction like rash, type of itchy skin rash (eczema), redness of skin (erythema), skin irritation, swelling of eyes and lips (angioedema).
Who should not take
Patients who are allergic to crotamiton or any of its ingredients.
Patients with acute exudative dermatoses (red and itchy skin with pus).
It is used as a cream to treat mild to moderate inflammatory skin disorders such as mild to moderate eczema (itchy skin rash)contact dermatitis (e.g. after contact with certain plants, cosmetics, irritants like detergents), insect bite reactions. Orally it is used to reduce pain, swelling and inflammation and to reduce the body's immune response. In general this drug is used to treat hormonal conditions when the body does not produce enough of its own steroids, and to treat a range of immune and allergic conditions. Hydrocortisone is used as an injection for treating various conditions such as severe allergic reactions, arthritis, blood diseases, breathing problems, certain cancers, eye diseases, intestinal disorders, and skin diseases. The injectable form of hydrocortisone is used when a similar drug cannot be taken by mouth or when a very fast treatment is needed, especially in patients with severe medical conditions. This drug may also be used with other medications as a replacement for certain hormones.
How it works
Hydrocortisone belongs to a group of medicines called corticosteroids. It prevents and treats the allergic and inflammatory reactions by decreasing the number of blood cells that cause inflammation and allergy.
Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the dosage and duration. Hydrocortisone is available for local application as an ointment or cream.
Treatment of inflammatory skin disorders:
Adults and children ? 10 years: Apply sparingly to a small area, once or twice a day, for a maximum of 7 days.
Children
