Hydrocortisone is used for treating hemorrhoids (pain, swelling, bleeding, itchiness), eczema, dermatitis, infected surgical wounds, and skin abnormalities such as eczema around the anus.
The patients administered may experience endocrine (gland associated) irregularities including menstrual problems, growth suppression in children, increased susceptibility to infection, electrolyte disturbances, muscular abnormalities, osteoporosis (weak bones) and bone fractures, impaired wound healing, sweating, hirsutism (abnormal excessive hair growth), acne, gastrointestinal disorders, neurological symptoms, weight changes, vision changes, and blood disorders.
Warnings
Pregnancy
The risk associated with the use of this medicine in pregnant females cannot be ruled out. Therefore, please consult your doctor before use.
Lactation
The risk associated with the use of this medicine in lactating females cannot be ruled out. Therefore, please consult your doctor before use.
Precautions
The patients with antibiotic-resistant infections, history of tuberculosis, septicaemia (blood infection), chickenpox, measles, psychiatric disorders, renal (kidney) and hepatic (liver) impairment, cirrhosis (abnormal liver condition), active peptic ulcer (intestinal inflammation), myasthenia gravis (muscular disorder), previous steroid-associated muscular abnormality, osteoporosis (weak bones), epilepsy (condition characterized by seizures), heart disorders and abnormalities, blood disorders, glaucoma (high pressure in eye), and elderly should be cautious. Please withdraw this medicine gradually.
Contraindications
Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of its constituents
Do not use this medicine if you have a skin infection, such as athlete’s foot, ringworm, Shingles, impetigo, chickenpox, or thrush.
FAQS
What are the uses of Hydrocortisone?
This medication is used for treating skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, and allergies. It helps reduce swelling, itching, and redness.
Please do not use this medicine on face and underarms unless directed by your healthcare provider.
Will this medicine cause scars?
This medicine is highly unlikely to cause scars. However frequent and harsh itching may leave scars. For further guidance, consult your healthcare provider.
How to store Hydrocortisone?
Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.
Does Hydrocortisone have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternate is available. Consult your health care provider for guidance.
The effects of this medicine on lactating females are unknown. Consult your health care provider for guidance.
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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