Hydroxate Gel (HYDROCORTISONE 2%)
Hydroxate Gel (HYDROCORTISONE 2%) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Hydroxate Gel; Generic name: HYDROCORTISONE 2%; Drug class: Corticosteroid [EPC].
| Brand name | Hydroxate Gel |
|---|---|
| Generic name | HYDROCORTISONE 2% |
| Drug class | Corticosteroid [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | PureTek Corporation |
| Used for | INDICATIONS AND USAGE Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatosis. |
| Dosage | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Topical corticosteroids are generally applied to the affected area not more than 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. Use under the direction of a licensed healthcare practitioner. |
| Warnings | WARNINGS: For external use only. Not for ophthalmic use. PRECAUTIONS Do not use over large areas of the body longer than one week unless directed by a licensed healthcare practitioner. General Systemic absorption of topical corticosteroids has produced reversible hypothalamicpituitary- adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, manifestations of Cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia, and glucosuria in some patients. Conditions which augment systemic absorption include the application of the more potent steroid |
| Active ingredient(s) | HYDROCORTISONE |
| Route | TOPICAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=13bc5f75-b5cb-4d48-e063-6394a90ab608 |