The recommended dosage will depend on what part of the body is being treated. This is because the skin is thinner in certain parts of the body and more sensitive to the effects of corticosteroids. For children, the recommended FTUs will depend on their age. A GP can advise you on this. If you use them correctly, topical corticosteroids rarely have serious side effects.
The most common side effect of topical corticosteroids is a burning or stinging sensation when the medicine is applied. However, this usually improves as your skin gets used to the treatment. If potent or very potent topical corticosteroids are used for a long time or over a large area, there's a risk of the medicine being absorbed into the bloodstream and causing internal side effects, such as:. This is not a full list of all the possible side effects.
For more information on side effects, see the leaflet that comes with the medicine. The Yellow Card Scheme allows you to report suspected side effects from any type of medicine you're taking. See the Yellow Card Scheme for more information. Drug information provided by: IBM Micromedex.
It is very important that you use this medicine only as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may cause unwanted side effects or skin irritation. This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes. Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water. This medicine should only be used for skin conditions that your doctor is treating.
Check with your doctor before using it for other conditions, especially if you think that a skin infection may be present.
This medicine should not be used to treat certain kinds of skin infections or conditions, such as severe burns. Other uses for this medicine What special precautions should I follow?
What special dietary instructions should I follow? What should I do if I forget a dose? What side effects can this medication cause?
What should I know about storage and disposal of this medication? Brand names Brand names of combination products. Other uses for this medicine. What special precautions should I follow? Before using hydrocortisone topical, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to hydrocortisone, any other medications, or any of the ingredients in hydrocortisone topical products.
Ask your pharmacist for a list of the ingredients. If you become pregnant while using hydrocortisone topical, call your doctor. Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet. Hydrocortisone topical may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: burning, itching, irritation, redness, or dryness of the skin acne unwanted hair growth skin color changes tiny red bumps or rash around the mouth small white or red bumps on the skin Some side effects can be serious.
If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately: severe rash redness, swelling, or other signs of skin infection in the place where you applied hydrocortisone Children who use hydrocortisone topical may have an increased risk of side effects including slowed growth and delayed weight gain.
What other information should I know? Do not smoke or go near naked flames. When used as directed by your doctor or pharmacist, steroid creams will be applied in small quantities on small areas of skin. There should be minimal absorption into fabrics and a lower risk of fire.
Make sure that the person supplying this medicine knows about any other medicines that you are taking or using. This includes medicines you buy and herbal and homeopathic medicines. Before using this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction after taking or using any medicine. Never use more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that someone has swallowed some of the medicine by accident, contact the accident and emergency department of your local hospital for advice.
If you are having an operation or dental treatment, tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking or using. If you buy any medicines check with a pharmacist that they are safe to take with your other medicines.
This medicine is for you. Never give it to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Do not keep out-of-date or unwanted medicines.
Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for you.
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