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Drocort Cream

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AGIO Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition

Hydrocortisone (1% w/w)

Overview Drocort Cream

DermaCort cream, a topical corticosteroid, effectively manages mild to moderate inflammatory skin conditions like eczema. Its mechanism involves suppressing inflammation-inducing substances, thus alleviating swelling, redness, and itching. DermaCort cream is for external application only, strictly as directed by your physician. Cleanse and dry the affected area before applying a thin, even layer. Avoid application to broken or damaged skin. Consistent use optimizes therapeutic benefit. Prevent contact with eyes, nose, and mouth; rinse thoroughly with water if accidental contact occurs. Refrain from using airtight bandages unless specifically instructed by your doctor. Generally well-tolerated, minor side effects such as burning, irritation, itching, or redness at the application site may occur, typically resolving spontaneously. Persistent or worsening symptoms warrant medical attention. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should seek medical counsel prior to use.

Uses of Drocort Cream

Managing cutaneous conditions

Major Benefits of Drocort Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application details. Before application, ensure the affected skin is clean and dry. Wash your hands thoroughly afterward, except when the hands themselves are the treatment site.

Common Side effects of Drocort Cream:

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Drocort Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application details prior to use. Ensure the affected area is clean and dry before applying the cream. Wash your hands thoroughly afterwards, except when the hands themselves are the affected area.

How Drocort Cream works:

Cortroderm Cream, a corticosteroid topical medication, inhibits the release of inflammatory mediators responsible for cutaneous erythema, edema, and pruritus.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholNone

No known drug interactions.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Employing Drocort Cream during pregnancy may pose risks. While human research is scant, animal studies indicate potential harm to a developing fetus. A physician will assess the advantages against possible dangers prior to prescription. Physician consultation is advised.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Employing Drocort Cream while breastfeeding carries a likely risk. Available human data, though scant, indicates potential drug transfer to breast milk, posing a possible threat to the infant.

DrivingDrivingNone

No drug interaction identified.

KidneyKidneyNone

No known drug interactions.

LiverLiverNone

No known drug interactions.

What if you forget to take Drocort Cream :

Omit a Drocort Cream application? Seek your physician's advice.

Facts to Know About Drocort Cream

LabelValue
Type of Compound Corticosteroids
Addictive None.
Type of Treatment CUTANEOUS

FAQs on Drocort Cream

Facial application of Drocort Cream is contraindicated. Furthermore, its use is prohibited in the armpits, groin, and areas exhibiting tissue atrophy. Physician approval is required for exceptional circumstances. Following consultation, facial use, if permitted, should not exceed five days.
Drocort Cream lacks antimicrobial and antifungal properties; it's a corticosteroid. Its use is contraindicated in infections because corticosteroids weaken the immune response, potentially exacerbating infections. Bacterial infections may worsen under dressings applied after Drocort Cream use. If inflammation becomes infected or spreads, seek immediate medical attention. The physician will likely discontinue Drocort Cream and prescribe suitable antimicrobial treatment.
Prior to applying Drocort Cream, cleanse and dry the affected skin region. Apply the cream gently and completely, massaging it into the skin. Avoid contact with the eyes and mouth. In the event of accidental ocular contact, flush thoroughly with water and seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Continue using Drocort Cream until the prescribed course is finished, even if your symptoms improve. Relief may precede complete healing. Premature discontinuation of Drocort Cream may cause your skin condition to recur.
Avoid applying Drocort Cream to the facial area. Treatment duration should not exceed the prescribed timeframe. Occlusive dressings should be avoided over the treated area to prevent heightened absorption and potential adverse reactions. This medication's use is strictly limited to cases under medical supervision and should never be shared with others, regardless of similarity in symptoms.
Individuals with hypersensitivity to Drocort Cream or its components should refrain from using it. Similarly, its application is contraindicated in the presence of any skin or ocular infection. Pregnant women, those intending to conceive, and breastfeeding mothers must consult their physician before using Drocort Cream to mitigate potential risks to the infant.
Should you miss a Drocort Cream application, resume use as soon as you recall. If uncertain or with any concerns, seek your physician's advice.
Drocort Cream
62
MRP 75
17% off