Hydrocortisone (Hydrocortisone Topical) - Summary

HYDROCORTISONE SUMMARY

HYDROCORTISONE LOTION
 USP, 2.5%

Hydrocortisone Ointment USP, 1% contains hydrocortisone [Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 11,17,21-trihydroxy-, (11ß)-], with the molecular formula C₂₁H₃₀O₅ and molecular weight 362.

Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

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HYDROCORTISONE NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

Media Articles Related to Hydrocortisone (Hydrocortisone Topical)

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Published Studies Related to Hydrocortisone (Hydrocortisone Topical)

Randomized controlled trial comparing the effectiveness of 308-nm excimer laser alone or in combination with topical hydrocortisone 17-butyrate cream in the treatment of vitiligo of the face and neck. [2008.08.19]

Low-dose hydrocortisone in the evening modulates symptom severity in restless legs syndrome. [2008.04.29]

The effects of hydrocortisone on systemic arterial blood pressure and urinary protein excretion in dogs. [2008.03]

Hydrocortisone therapy for patients with septic shock. [2008.01.10]

1% Hydrocortisone ointment is an effective treatment of pruritus ani: a pilot randomized controlled crossover trial. [2007.12]

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Clinical Trials Related to Hydrocortisone (Hydrocortisone Topical)

Adherence to Topical Hydrocortisone 17-Butyrate 0.1% (Locoid®) Using Different Vehicles in Adults With Atopic Dermatitis [Active, not recruiting]

Ketoconazole, Hydrocortisone and Dutasteride in Asymptomatic Hormone Refractory Prostate Cancer [Active, not recruiting]

Does Concurrent Hydrocortisone With Venlafaxine XR Speed Antidepressant Response? [Active, not recruiting]

Efficacy Study of Low-Dose Hydrocortisone Treatment for Fibromyalgia [Completed]

Cortisol Control of Human Inflammatory Responses to Endotoxin [Completed]

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HYDROCORTISONE PATIENT REVIEWS / RATINGS / COMMENTS

Hydrocortisone review by 47 year old female patient
		Rating
Overall rating:
Effectiveness:		Highly Effective
Side effects:		No Side Effects
		Treatment Info
Condition / reason:		eczema
Dosage & duration:		thin film (dosage frequency: 2-3 times daily) for the period of 3 weeks
Other conditions:		none
Other drugs taken:		none
		Reported Results
Benefits:		This cleared up severe cracking and bleeding on hand. I have managed to avoid the condition for many months due to proper moisturization.
Side effects:		there were none, but I was warned that overusage could thin the skin.
Comments:		I was instructed to apply to affected area in the morning on slightly damp skin. I was to reapply a couple more times a day (especially after hand washing). And to keep skin constantly moisturized.