$Unique_ID{BRK03182} $Pretitle{} $Title{hydrocortisone and iodochlorhydroxyquin combination (topical)} $Subject{Ala-Quin Del-Ray Corque Geneva Generics Cortin C & M hydrocortisone iodochlorhydroxyquin Hysone Hauck Lanvisone Lannett Pedi-Cort V Pedinol Pramosone Ferndale Racet Lemmon Vioform-Hydrocortisone Ciba Vytone Dermik Adrenocorticosteroid hormone anti-infective fluid balance temperature reactions inflammation cortisone-like skin inflammation redness swelling itching discomfort dermatitis eczema antibiotic bacteria fungi} $Volume{} $Log{} Copyright (C) 1993 Publications International, Ltd. hydrocortisone and iodochlorhydroxyquin combination (topical) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ BRAND NAMES (Manufacturers) Ala-Quin (Del-Ray) Corque (Geneva Generics) Cortin (C & M) hydrocortisone with iodochlorhydroxyquin (various manufacturers) Hysone (Hauck) Lanvisone (Lannett) Pedi-Cort V (Pedinol) Pramosone (Ferndale) Racet (Lemmon) Vioform-Hydrocortisone (Ciba) Vytone (Dermik) TYPE OF DRUG Adrenocorticosteroid hormone and anti-infective INGREDIENTS hydrocortisone and iodochlordroxyquin DOSAGE FORMS Cream (0.5% hydrocortisone with 1% or 3% iodochlorhydroxyquin; 1% hydrocortisone with 1% or 3% iodochlorhydroxyquin) Ointment (1% hydrcortisone with 3% iodochlorhydroxyquin) STORAGE Hydrocortisone and iodochlorhydroxyquin combination cream and ointment should be stored at room temperature in tightly closed, light-resistant containers. This medication should never be frozen. USES Your adrenal glands naturally produce certain cortisone-like chemicals. These chemicals are involved in various regulatory processes in the body (such as those involving fluid balance, temperature, and reactions to inflammation). Hydrocortisone belongs to a group of drugs known as adrenocorticosteroids (or cortisone-like medications). It is used to relieve the skin inflammation (redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort) associated with conditions such as dermatitis and eczema. How this drug acts to relieve inflammation is not completely understood. Iodochlorhydroxyquin is an antibiotic that acts to prevent the growth of the infecting bacteria or fungi. TREATMENT Before applying this medication, wash your hands. Then, unless your doctor gives you different instructions, gently wash the area of the skin where the drug is to be applied. With a clean towel, pat the area almost dry; it should be slightly damp when you put the drug on. Apply a thin layer of the cream or ointment to the affected area. Do not bandage the area unless your doctor tells you to do so. If you are to apply an occlusive dressing (like kitchen plastic wrap), be sure you understand the instructions. Wash your hands again after application. If you miss a dose of this drug, apply the dose as soon as possible, unless it is almost time for the next dose. In that case, do not apply the dose at all; just return to your schedule. Do not put twice as much of the medication on your skin at the next application. It is important to continue to take the medication for the entire time prescribed by your doctor, even if the symptoms of infection disappear before the end of that period. If you stop applying the drug too soon, resistant bacteria are given a chance to continue growing, and the infection could recur. SIDE EFFECTS Minor. Acne, burning sensation, skin dryness, itching, or rash. These side effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication. If the affected area is extremely dry or scaling, the skin may be moistened before applying the medication by soaking in water or by applying water with a clean cloth. The ointment form is probably better for dry skin. A mild stinging sensation may occur after this medication is applied. If this persists, contact your doctor. Major. Tell your doctor about any side effects that are persistent or particularly bothersome. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO TELL YOUR DOCTOR about blistering, increased hair growth, irritation of the affected area, loss of skin color, secondary infection at the affected site, or thinning of the skin with easy bruising. INTERACTIONS This medication should not interact with other medications as long as it is used according to directions. WARNINGS * Tell your doctor about unusual or allergic reactions you have had to medications, especially to hydrocortisone or any other adrenocorticosteroid (such as amcinonide, betamethasone, clocortolone, cortisone, desonide, desoximetasone, dexamethasone, diflorasone, flumethasone, fluocinolone, fluocinonide, fluorometholone, flurandrenolide, methylprednisolone, prednisolone, prednisone, and triamcinolone), to iodochlorhydroxyquin, or to iodine. * Tell your doctor if you now have or if you have ever had tuberculosis or viral or fungal infections of the skin. * This product may affect the results of thyroid function tests. If you are scheduled to have such a test, be sure your doctor knows that you are using this medication. * If additional irritation develops while using this drug, immediately discontinue its use and notify your doctor. * This product is not for use in the eyes or mucous membranes; contact may result in side effects. * Do not use this product with an occlusive wrap unless your doctor directs you to do so. Systemic absorption of this drug is increased if occlusive bandages are used. If it is necessary for you to use this drug under a wrap, follow your doctor's instructions exactly; do not leave the wrap in place longer than specified. * If you are using this medication on a child's diaper area, do not put tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants on the child. This may lead to increased systemic absorption of the drug and a possible increase in side effects. * This medication has been prescribed for your current infection only. Another infection later on, or one that someone else has, may require a different medicine. You should not give your medicine to other people or use it for other infections, unless your doctor specifically directs you to do so. * Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant. Birth defects have been observed in the offspring of animals that were given large oral doses of hydrocortisone during pregnancy. Also, tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding an infant. Small amounts of hydrocortisone pass into breast milk. ---------------- The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical problem.