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Hydrocortisone Acetate

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Molecule Summary

Uses
Skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis
Therapy
Topical Steroid
Side Effects
Application site reactions
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Molecule Description

Hydrocortisone Acetate is a topical medicine used to treat inflammation in various inflammatory skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, etc. It contains hydrocortisone which belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. Hydrocortisone Acetate is meant only for external application and should be applied exactly as recommended by your doctor. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

Uses

Hydrocortisone Acetate is used for the treatment of various inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis.

Contraindications

When should one not use Hydrocortisone Acetate

  • If you are allergic to hydrocortisone or any other ingredients of Hydrocortisone Acetate
  • If you are suffering from any viral, bacterial or fungal infections
  • It should not be used on the face, near the eyes, private parts, broken skin

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Application site reactions

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Pregnancy

Consult a doctor before using Hydrocortisone Acetate during pregnancy as there is limited safety data available in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Breast Feeding

Hydrocortisone Acetate should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers. If prescribed by the doctor, it should not be applied on the breast or elsewhere on large areas of skin or for a prolonged period.

Driving

Driving

Hydrocortisone Acetate is a topical preparation and may not affect the driving ability or ability to handle machinery.

Alcohol

Alcohol

There is no data regarding interactions between Hydrocortisone Acetate and alcohol

Other General Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You are suffering from any skin conditions
  • You develop any allergic skin reactions
  • You have psoriasis
  • After applying Hydrocortisone Acetate, do not cover the area with a dressing or plaster
  • In infants, treatment with this medicine should not exceed a week
  • Do not use this medicine without consulting a doctor or for a longer duration than that prescribed.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Hydrocortisone works by blocking or reducing the action of some natural substances in the skin that cause swelling, redness and allergies.

Dosage

Overdose

As Hydrocortisone Acetate is meant for external application cases of overdose are unlikely. If you have applied extra quantities of it wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. Do not use this medicine more than that prescribed by the doctor.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed applying Hydrocortisone Acetate, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Hydrocortisone Acetate contains hydrocortisone, which works by blocking or reducing the action of some natural substances in the skin that cause swelling, redness and allergies.

Use Hydrocortisone Acetate as directed by your doctor. Read the instructions on the label or leaflet before use. Clean and dry the affected area well. Apply it on healthy skin surface free from cuts and wounds.

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