H-Cort Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Hydrocortisone

Indications/Uses

Eczema, infantile eczema, atopic dermatitis, dermatitis herpetiformis, contact dermatitis, neurodermatitis, psoriasis, intertrigo.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Apply thinly to affected areas once-qds. Occlusive dressing may be used for management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions.

Special Precautions

Not for ophth use. Prolonged & extensive use. Pregnancy & lactation. Childn.

Adverse Reactions

Burning sensation, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, skin maceration, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria.

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MIMS Class

Topical Corticosteroids

ATC Classification

D07AA02 - hydrocortisone ; Belongs to the class of weak (group I) corticosteroids. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

H-Cort cream 1 %

Packing/Price

15 g x 1's

Form

H-Cort oint 1 %

Packing/Price

15 g x 1's

H-Cort

hydrocortisone

Manufacturer:

Hoe Pharma

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma