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== '''What is Hydrocortisone Topical?''' ==

* Hydrocortisone Topical is '''a topical corticosteroid''' constitute a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as [[anti-inflammatory]] and [[antipruritic]] agents.

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== '''What are the uses of this medicine?''' ==

* Hydrocortisone Topical used for the relief of the [[inflammatory]] and [[pruritic]] manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive [[dermatoses]].

== '''How does this medicine work?''' ==

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* Topical corticosteroids share '''[[anti-inflammatory]], [[antipruritic]] and [[vasoconstrictive]] actions'''.
* The mechanism of anti-inflammatory activity of the topical corticosteroids is unclear.
* There is some evidence to suggest that a recognizable correlation exists between vasoconstrictor potency and therapeutic efficacy in man.

== '''Who Should Not Use this medicine ?''' ==

This medicine cannot be used in patients with:
* a history of [[hypersensitivity]] to any of the components of the preparation.

== '''What drug interactions can this medicine cause?''' ==

* Tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take.

== '''Is this medicine FDA approved?''' ==

* Hydrocortisone was patented in 1936 and approved for medical use in 1941.

== '''How should this medicine be used?''' ==

'''Recommended dosage:'''
* Topical corticosteroids are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film from two to four times daily depending on the severity of the condition.
* [[Occlusive dressing|Occlusive dressings]] may be used for the management of [[psoriasis]] or [[recalcitrant]] conditions.

'''Administration:'''
* Hydrocortisone comes as ointment, cream, solution (liquid), spray, or lotion for use on the skin.
* Hydrocortisone topical is usually used one to four times a day for skin problems.
* Apply it at around the same time(s) every day.
* Do not apply it to other areas of your body or use it to treat other skin conditions unless directed to do so by your doctor.
* To use hydrocortisone topical, apply a small amount of ointment, cream, solution, spray, or lotion to cover the affected area of skin with a thin even film and rub it in gently.
* This medication is only for use on the skin.
* Do not let hydrocortisone topical get into your eyes or mouth and do not swallow it.
* Do not wrap or bandage the treated area unless your doctor tells you that you should.
* If you have psoriasis, your doctor may recommend an occlusive dressing.
* If you are applying hydrocortisone topical to a child's diaper area, do not cover the area with tight fitting diapers or plastic pants.

== '''What are the dosage forms and brand names of this medicine?''' ==

This medicine is available in fallowing doasage form:
* As Hydrocortisone Cream

This medicine is available in fallowing brand namesː
* Ala-Cort
* Ala-Scalp
* Anusol HC
* Cortizone 10
* Dermacort
* Dermasorb HC
* Hyderm
* Locoid
* Micort-HC
* Neosporin Eczema Essentials
* Nutracort
* Pandel
* Proctocort Cream
* Stie-Cort
* Synacort
* Texacort

=='''What side effects can this medication cause?'''==

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The most common side effects of this medicine include:
* burning
* itching
* irritation
* dryness
* [[folliculitis]]
* [[hypertrichosis]]
* [[acneiform eruptions]]
* [[hypopigmentation]]
* perioral dermatitis
* [[allergic contact dermatitis]]
* maceration of the skin
* secondary infection
* skin [[atrophy]]
* [[striae]]
* [[miliaria]]

Some serious side effects may include:
* severe rash
* redness, swelling, or other signs of skin infection

==''' What special precautions should I follow?''' ==

* This medication is to be used as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes.
* Patients should be advised not to use this medication for any disorder other than for which it was prescribed.
* The treated skin area should not be bandaged or otherwise covered or wrapped as to be [[occlusive]] unless directed by the physician.
* Patients should report any signs of local adverse reactions especially under [[occlusive dressing]].
* Parents of pediatric patients should be advised not to use tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on a child being treated in the diaper area, as these garments may constitute occlusive dressings.
* Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids has produced reversible [[Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis|hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal]] (HPA) axis suppression, manifestations of [[Cushing’s syndrome]], [[hyperglycemia]], and [[glucosuria]] in some patients. Therefore, patients receiving a large dose of a potent topical steroid applied to a large surface area or under an occlusive dressing should be evaluated periodically for evidence of HPA axis suppression by using the urinary free cortisol and ACTH stimulation tests.
* Pediatric patients may absorb proportionally larger amounts of topical corticosteroids and thus be more susceptible to systemic toxicity. If irritation develops, topical corticosteroids should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted.
* In the presence of dermatological infections, the use of an appropriate antifungal or antibacterial agent should be instituted.

== '''What to do in case of emergency/overdose?''' ==

Symptoms of overdosage may include:
* Topically applied corticosteroids can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systems effects

'''Management of overdosage:'''
* {{overdose}}

== '''Can this medicine be used in pregnancy?''' ==

* Pregnancy category C.
* Topical corticosteroids should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
* Drugs of this class should not be used extensively on pregnant patients, in large amounts, or for prolonged periods of time.

=='''Can this medicine be used in children?'''==

* Pediatric patients may demonstrate greater susceptibility to topical corticosteroid-induced HPA axis suppression and [[Cushing’s syndrome]].
* [[Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis|Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis]] suppression, [[Cushing’s syndrome]], and [[intracranial hypertension]] have been reported in pediatric patients receiving topical corticosteroids.
* Administration of topical corticosteroids to pediatric patients should be limited to the least amount compatible with an effective therapeutic regimen.
* Chronic corticosteroid therapy may interfere with the growth and development of pediatric patients.

== '''What are the active and inactive ingredients in this medicine?''' ==

'''Active ingredients:'''
* HYDROCORTISONE

'''Inactives ingredients:'''
* WATER
* CETYL ALCOHOL
* STEARYL ALCOHOL
* GLYCERIN
* PROPYLENE GLYCOL
* SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE
* CETYL PALMITATE
* SORBIC ACID

== '''Who manufactures and distributes this medicine?''' ==

'''Manufactured and Distributed by:'''
* [[Crown Laboratories Inc|Crown Laboratories, Inc.]], Johnson City, TN

== '''What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication?''' ==

* Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F).

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Deepika vegiraju at 10:41, 25 September 2022