Hydrocortisone (micronised) 1% w/w.
Chlorocresol 0.1% w/w as preservative.
Pharmacology: Mechanism of Action: Hydrocortisone is a synthetic steroid whose principal pharmacological actions are upon gluconeogenesis, glycogen deposition and protein and calcium metabolism.
Symptomatic treatment of the following skin disorders: Allergic dermatoses and other forms of contact dermatitis, including lichen simplex chronicus, insect bites, atopic dermatitis (allergic eczema, including infantile eczema due to food and eczematised mycotic dermatitis), neurodermatitis, including neurotic excoriations and neurodermatitis circum scripta, eczematoid dermatitis, nummular eczema, eczema of the hands and feet including dyshidrosis and pompholyx, non-specific anogenital pruritus, stasis dermatitis, acute actinic dermatitis (including sunburn), cheilitis, seborrhoiec dermatitis miliaria and intertrigo, pruritus lichen infection and lichen planus; psoriasis.
For external use only.
Apply a small quantity to the affected skin 2 or 3 times daily after gently cleansing the area. When a favourable response is obtained, application may be reduced to 1 or 2 times, and eventually discontinued.
Toxic effects are nearly signs of overdosage and should be treated symptomatically, and dosages reduced or the drug slowly withdrawn. During prolonged treatment, laboratory and metabolic studies should be made; measurement of the fluid intake and output, and daily weight record, may give early warning of fluid retention. Sodium intake may need to be reduced to less than 1g daily and potassium supplements may be necessary.
Tuberculosis of the skin, fungal infections, chickenpox, vaccinia, herpes simplex. Axcel Hydrocortisone Cream should not be used in the ear if the drum is perforated.
Hydrocortisone may mask or enhance incipient infection. Whenever there is a possibility of infection, the use of supplemental therapy (e.g. antibiotics) should be considered, and if the infection does not respond quickly, treatment with hydrocortisone should be discontinued until the infection has been adequately controlled. Systemic side effects may occur with extensive use. The use of occlusive dressings is not recommended. While hydrocortisone is usually effective in controlling signs and symptoms of skin disease, the underlying cause of the disorder should, where possible, be found and treated. Avoid long term topical administration in infants, in pregnancy and during lactation.
Avoid long term topical administration in infants, in pregnancy and during lactation.
Striae may occur, especially in intertriginous areas. Dryness of the skin is also possible.
Keep container well closed. Store below 30°C.
Protect from light.
D07AA02 - hydrocortisone ; Belongs to the class of weak (group I) corticosteroids. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.
Axcel Hydrocortisone cream 1% w/w
15 g x 1's
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