Hydroxym Cream (HYDROCORTISONE 2%)
Hydroxym Cream (HYDROCORTISONE 2%) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Hydroxym Cream; Generic name: HYDROCORTISONE 2%; Drug class: Corticosteroid [EPC].
| Brand name | Hydroxym Cream |
|---|---|
| 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 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. |
| Warnings | WARNINGS: For external use only. Not for ophthalmic use. PRECAUTIONS 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 steroids, use over large surface areas, prolonged use, and the addition of occlusive dressings. Therefore, patients receiv |
| Active ingredient(s) | HYDROCORTISONE |
| Route | TOPICAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=142f4dc7-ffc4-bfff-e063-6294a90a676f |