Steroid ointment

Use this Wash and dry your hands. Before applying the medication, clean and dry the affected area. Apply a thin film of the medication to the affected area and gently rub in as directed by your doctor, usually 2 to 4 times daily. Do not cover, bandage or wrap the area unless directed to do so by your doctor. After applying the medication, Use this medication only for the condition prescribed. Do not use it for longer than prescribed. Inform your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse. Burning, Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: Rarely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed from the skin into the bloodstream. This can lead to side effects of too much corticosteroid. These side effects are more likely in children, and in people who use this medication for a long time or over large areas of the skin. Tell your doctor right away if any of the following side effects occur: unusual/extreme tiredness, A very serious This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call ...

What is this medication? HYDROCORTISONE (hye droe KOR ti sone) reduces swelling, redness, itching, and rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called topical steroids. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Ala-Cort, Ala-Scalp, Anusol HC, Aqua Glycolic HC, Aquaphor, Aquaphor Children's Itch Relief, Aquaphor Itch Relief, Balneol for Her, Caldecort, Cetacort, Cortaid, Cortaid Advanced, Cortaid Intensive Therapy, Cortaid Sensitive Skin, CortAlo, Corticaine, Corticool, Cortizone, Cortizone-10, Cortizone-10 Cooling Relief, Cortizone-10 Intensive Healing, Cortizone-10 Plus, Cortizone-5, Dermarest Dricort, Dermarest Eczema, DERMASORB HC Complete, Gly-Cort, Hycort, Hydro Skin, Hydrocortisone in Absorbase, Hydroskin, Hytone, Instacort, Lacticare HC, Locoid, Locoid Lipocream, MiCort-HC, Monistat Complete Care Instant Itch Relief Cream, Neosporin Eczema, NuCort, Nutracort, NuZon, Pandel, Pediaderm HC, Penecort, Preparation H Hydrocortisone, Procto-Kit, Procto-Med HC, Procto-Pak, Proctocort, Proctocream-HC, Proctosol-HC, Proctozone-HC, Rederm, Sarnol-HC, Scalacort, Scalpicin Anti-Itch, Texacort, Tucks HC, Vagisil Anti-Itch, Walgreens Intensive Healing, Westcort What should I tell my care team before I take this medication? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: • Large areas of bu...

Steroid Creams Can Help with Skin Inflammation but Are Not a Cure October 28, 2011 Dear Mayo Clinic: Is it true that using steroid creams can thin the skin to the point that the skin is damaged? I have never heard of this and have used hydrocortisone and others for skin irritations on my five-year-old son for nearly two years. How much is too much? Answer: If you have to use hydrocortisone on your son for longer than two weeks at a time without improvement, you should have him evaluated by a dermatologist. Typically, steroid creams are used to reduce skin inflammation caused by conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. They are the cornerstone and first-line treatment of these and many other skin diseases. Steroid creams have been used for the past 50 years, but are not a cure because they have no effect on the underlying cause of inflammation. They can, however, be very effective in helping to control skin flare-ups and relieve symptoms, such as itching and irritation. Also, they help reduce the likelihood of infection that may occur as a result of scratching and trauma to the skin. Commonly used topical steroids (corticosteroids) include hydrocortisone, triamcinolone, fluocinonide, and clobetasol. They work by preventing cells from producing inflammation-causing chemicals that are released in response to a variety of different triggers. Topical steroids come in different strengths, ranging from mild to moderate, potent and very potent. Side effects are more common in high...

Clobetasol Generic name: clobetasol topical [ kloe-BAY-ta-sol] Brand names: Temovate, Tovet, Temovate E, Cormax, Embeline E, Clobevate, Embeline, Olux/Olux-E Kit, Cormax Scalp, Tovet Kit, Clobetasol (Eqv-Temovate E), Clobetasol (Eqv-Temovate) Drug class: Medically reviewed by • • • • • • • What is clobetasol? Clobetasol is a highly potent corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body. Clobetasol topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by It is available in a cream, gel, ointment, lotion, solution, foam or spray. Related/similar drugs Warnings Do not use clobetasol topical to treat acne, rosacea, or a rash around the mouth. Use care when putting on a large part of the skin or where there are open wounds. Talk with the doctor. Clobetasol may cause harm if swallowed. If swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away. This drug may raise the chance of cataracts or glaucoma. Talk with your doctor. It may affect growth in children and teens in some cases. They may need regular growth checks. If you are breast-feeding, do not apply clobetasol cream, gel, ointment, lotion, solution, foam or spray to the nipple or the area around it. Before taking this medicine You should not use clobetasol topical if you are allergic to it. To make sure this drug is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: • any type of • a skin reaction to any steroid medicine; • liver disease; or • an adrenal gland disorder. Steroid medicines ...

What is this medication? CLOBETASOL (kloe BAY ta sol) reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called topical steroids. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Cormax, Embeline, Temovate, Temovate E What should I tell my care team before I take this medication? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: • High blood sugar (diabetes) • Large areas of burned or damaged skin • Liver disease • Skin infection • An unusual or allergic reaction to clobetasol, steroids, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives • Pregnant or trying to get pregnant • Breast-feeding How should I use this medication? This medication is for external use only. Do not take by mouth. Wash your hands before and after use. Do not use on healthy skin or over large areas of skin. Do not get this medication in your eyes. If you do, rinse it out with plenty of cool tap water. Use it as directed on the label at the same time every day. Do not use it more often than directed or for a longer time period than prescribed by your care team. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop. Apply a thin film to the affected area and rub gently. Do not bandage or wrap the skin being treated unless directed to do so by your care team. Talk to your care tea...

Steroid Creams Can Help with Skin Inflammation but Are Not a Cure October 28, 2011 Dear Mayo Clinic: Is it true that using steroid creams can thin the skin to the point that the skin is damaged? I have never heard of this and have used hydrocortisone and others for skin irritations on my five-year-old son for nearly two years. How much is too much? Answer: If you have to use hydrocortisone on your son for longer than two weeks at a time without improvement, you should have him evaluated by a dermatologist. Typically, steroid creams are used to reduce skin inflammation caused by conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. They are the cornerstone and first-line treatment of these and many other skin diseases. Steroid creams have been used for the past 50 years, but are not a cure because they have no effect on the underlying cause of inflammation. They can, however, be very effective in helping to control skin flare-ups and relieve symptoms, such as itching and irritation. Also, they help reduce the likelihood of infection that may occur as a result of scratching and trauma to the skin. Commonly used topical steroids (corticosteroids) include hydrocortisone, triamcinolone, fluocinonide, and clobetasol. They work by preventing cells from producing inflammation-causing chemicals that are released in response to a variety of different triggers. Topical steroids come in different strengths, ranging from mild to moderate, potent and very potent. Side effects are more common in high...

Clobetasol Generic name: clobetasol topical [ kloe-BAY-ta-sol] Brand names: Temovate, Tovet, Temovate E, Cormax, Embeline E, Clobevate, Embeline, Olux/Olux-E Kit, Cormax Scalp, Tovet Kit, Clobetasol (Eqv-Temovate E), Clobetasol (Eqv-Temovate) Drug class: Medically reviewed by • • • • • • • What is clobetasol? Clobetasol is a highly potent corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body. Clobetasol topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by It is available in a cream, gel, ointment, lotion, solution, foam or spray. Related/similar drugs Warnings Do not use clobetasol topical to treat acne, rosacea, or a rash around the mouth. Use care when putting on a large part of the skin or where there are open wounds. Talk with the doctor. Clobetasol may cause harm if swallowed. If swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away. This drug may raise the chance of cataracts or glaucoma. Talk with your doctor. It may affect growth in children and teens in some cases. They may need regular growth checks. If you are breast-feeding, do not apply clobetasol cream, gel, ointment, lotion, solution, foam or spray to the nipple or the area around it. Before taking this medicine You should not use clobetasol topical if you are allergic to it. To make sure this drug is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: • any type of • a skin reaction to any steroid medicine; • liver disease; or • an adrenal gland disorder. Steroid medicines ...

What is this medication? HYDROCORTISONE (hye droe KOR ti sone) reduces swelling, redness, itching, and rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called topical steroids. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Ala-Cort, Ala-Scalp, Anusol HC, Aqua Glycolic HC, Aquaphor, Aquaphor Children's Itch Relief, Aquaphor Itch Relief, Balneol for Her, Caldecort, Cetacort, Cortaid, Cortaid Advanced, Cortaid Intensive Therapy, Cortaid Sensitive Skin, CortAlo, Corticaine, Corticool, Cortizone, Cortizone-10, Cortizone-10 Cooling Relief, Cortizone-10 Intensive Healing, Cortizone-10 Plus, Cortizone-5, Dermarest Dricort, Dermarest Eczema, DERMASORB HC Complete, Gly-Cort, Hycort, Hydro Skin, Hydrocortisone in Absorbase, Hydroskin, Hytone, Instacort, Lacticare HC, Locoid, Locoid Lipocream, MiCort-HC, Monistat Complete Care Instant Itch Relief Cream, Neosporin Eczema, NuCort, Nutracort, NuZon, Pandel, Pediaderm HC, Penecort, Preparation H Hydrocortisone, Procto-Kit, Procto-Med HC, Procto-Pak, Proctocort, Proctocream-HC, Proctosol-HC, Proctozone-HC, Rederm, Sarnol-HC, Scalacort, Scalpicin Anti-Itch, Texacort, Tucks HC, Vagisil Anti-Itch, Walgreens Intensive Healing, Westcort What should I tell my care team before I take this medication? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: • Large areas of bu...

What is this medication? CLOBETASOL (kloe BAY ta sol) reduces swelling, redness, itching, or rashes caused by skin conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis. It works by decreasing inflammation of the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called topical steroids. This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions. COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Cormax, Embeline, Temovate, Temovate E What should I tell my care team before I take this medication? They need to know if you have any of these conditions: • High blood sugar (diabetes) • Large areas of burned or damaged skin • Liver disease • Skin infection • An unusual or allergic reaction to clobetasol, steroids, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives • Pregnant or trying to get pregnant • Breast-feeding How should I use this medication? This medication is for external use only. Do not take by mouth. Wash your hands before and after use. Do not use on healthy skin or over large areas of skin. Do not get this medication in your eyes. If you do, rinse it out with plenty of cool tap water. Use it as directed on the label at the same time every day. Do not use it more often than directed or for a longer time period than prescribed by your care team. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop. Apply a thin film to the affected area and rub gently. Do not bandage or wrap the skin being treated unless directed to do so by your care team. Talk to your care tea...

Use this Wash and dry your hands. Before applying the medication, clean and dry the affected area. Apply a thin film of the medication to the affected area and gently rub in as directed by your doctor, usually 2 to 4 times daily. Do not cover, bandage or wrap the area unless directed to do so by your doctor. After applying the medication, Use this medication only for the condition prescribed. Do not use it for longer than prescribed. Inform your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse. Burning, Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: Rarely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed from the skin into the bloodstream. This can lead to side effects of too much corticosteroid. These side effects are more likely in children, and in people who use this medication for a long time or over large areas of the skin. Tell your doctor right away if any of the following side effects occur: unusual/extreme tiredness, A very serious This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call ...