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$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}
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Copyright (C) 1993 Publications International, Ltd.
hydrocortisone and iodochlorhydroxyquin combination (topical)
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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.
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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.