What is Hydrocortisone and how is it used?
Hydrocortisone is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, Chronic Adrenal Insufficiency, and asthma.
- Hydrocortisone may be used alone or with other medications.
- Hydrocortisone belongs to a class of drugs called Corticosteroids.
What are the possible side effects of Hydrocortisone?
Hydrocortisone may cause serious side effects including:
- blurred vision,
- tunnel vision,
- eye pain,
- seeing halos around lights,
- muscle weakness,
- loss of muscle mass,
- new or unusual pain in your joints, bones, or muscles,
- severe headaches,
- ringing in your ears,
- pain behind your eyes,
- unusual changes in mood or behavior,
- convulsions (a seizure),
- shortness of breath,
- swelling,
- rapid weight gain (especially in your face and midsection),
- fever,
- chills,
- cough,
- trouble breathing,
- sores in your mouth or on your skin,
- diarrhea,
- burning when you urinate,
- slow wound healing,
- skin discoloration,
- thinning skin,
- increased body hair,
- tiredness,
- menstrual changes,
- sexual changes,
- weakness,
- tiredness,
- nausea,
- menstrual changes,
- skin discoloration,
- craving salty foods, and
- lightheadedness
Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.
The most common side effects of Hydrocortisone include:
- thinning skin,
- bruising or discoloration,
- increased sweating,
- stomach bloating,
- changes in your menstrual periods,
- increased appetite,
- weight gain,
- headache,
- dizziness, and
- trouble sleeping
Tell the doctor if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away.
These are not all the possible side effects of Hydrocortisone. For more information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
DESCRIPTION
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
Inactive Ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice, white petrolatum
INDICATIONS
Purpose
Anti-itch
Uses
- temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:
- eczema
- psoriasis
- poison ivy, oak, sumac
- insect bites
- detergents
- jewelry
- cosmetics
- soaps
- seborrheic dermatitis
- temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
- other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor
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Directions
- for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes:
- adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
- children under 2 years of age: do not use, ask a doctor
- for external anal and genital itching, adults:
- when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
- gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying
- apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
HOW SUPPLIED
Other Information
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
Inactive Ingredients
aloe barbadensis leaf juice, white petrolatum
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SIDE EFFECTS
No information provided.
Please see WARNINGS Section.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
No information provided.
QUESTION
Allergies can best be described as: See AnswerWARNINGS
For external use only
Do not use
- in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
- for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
When using this product
- avoid contact with the eyes
- do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
- do not put directly into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- condition worsens
- symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor
- rectal bleeding occurs
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
PRECAUTIONS
No information provided.
Please see WARNINGS Section.
PATIENT INFORMATION
For external use only
Do not use
- in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
- for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
When using this product
- avoid contact with the eyes
- do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
- do not put directly into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- condition worsens
- symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor
- rectal bleeding occurs
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
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