Hydrocortisone
Hydrocortisone is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Hydrocortisone; Generic name: HYDROCORTISONE; Drug class: Corticosteroid [EPC].
| Brand name | Hydrocortisone |
|---|---|
| Generic name | HYDROCORTISONE |
| Drug class | Corticosteroid [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | Bryant Ranch Prepack |
| Used for | INDICATIONS AND USAGE Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. |
| Dosage | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply to the affected area as a thin film from two to four times daily depending on the severity of the condition. Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted. |
| Active ingredient(s) | HYDROCORTISONE |
| Route | TOPICAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=04758c46-0ca4-4852-acdc-1f8553ce2e6e |