DermAid Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Action Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Contraindications Special Precautions Use In Pregnancy & Lactation Side Effects Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Hydrocortisone

Indications/Uses

Relief of non-infected acute dermatitis or eczema, itching rashes of irritant or allergic contact dermatitis, itching & itching vulval.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Apply small amount gently to affected area once to tds.

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Contraindications

Known sensitivity. Viral skin infections eg, vaccinia, chicken pox, herpes; fungal skin infections eg, thrush, tinea, ringworm; bacterial skin infections eg, impetigo, boils; skin TB, syphilitic skin disorders.

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Special Precautions

Discontinue use if irritation occurs or condition persists >7 days. Not to be used on infected skin, acne or viral skin diseases eg, cold sores, chicken pox; under covered dressings. Avoid contact w/ eyes. Women of childbearing potential. Pregnancy. Not to be applied before lactation. Not to be used in childn <2 yr.

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Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

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Adverse Reactions

Slight stinging sensation, itching, redness, allergy, skin thinning.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Topical Corticosteroids

ATC Classification

D07AA02 - hydrocortisone ; Belongs to the class of weak (group I) corticosteroids. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

DermAid cream 0.5%

Packing/Price

15 g x 1's

DermAid

hydrocortisone

Manufacturer:

Ego

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma