Hydrocortisone And Iodoquinol
FDA Drug Information • Also known as: Hydrocortisone Iodoquinol
- Brand Names
- Hydrocortisone Iodoquinol
- Drug Class
- Corticosteroid [EPC]
- Route
- TOPICAL
- Dosage Form
- CREAM
- Product Type
- HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
Description
DESCRIPTION Each gram contains 10 mg of hydrocortisone and 10 mg of iodoquinol in a vehicle consisting of: cetyl alcohol, glycerin, glyceryl stearate SE, mineral oil, PEG-100 stearate, phenoxyethanol, purified water, stearyl alcohol, white petrolatum, xanthan gum. Paraben Free. Chemically, hydrocortisone is [Pregn-4-ene-3, 20-dione, 11, 17, 21-trihydroxy-, (11β)-] with the molecular formula C 21 H 30 O 5 ) and is represented by the following structural formula: and iodoquinol, 5, 7-diiodo-8-quinolinol (C 9 H 5 I 2 NO) is represented by the following structural formula: Hydrocortisone is an anti-inflammatory and antipruritic agent, while iodoquinol is an antifungal and antibacterial agent. Chemical Structure Chemical Structure
What Is Hydrocortisone And Iodoquinol Used For?
INDICATIONS Based on a review of a related drug by the National Research Council and subsequent FDA classification for that drug, the indications are as follows: "Possibly" Effective: Contact or atopic dermatitis; impetiginized eczema; nummular eczema; endogenous chronic infectious dermatitis; stasis dermatitis; pyoderma; nuchal eczema and chronic eczematoid otitis externa; acne urticata; localized or disseminated neurodermatitis; lichen simplex chronicus; anogenital pruritus (vulvae, scroti, ani); folliculitis; bacterial dermatoses; mycotic dermatoses such as tinea (capitis, cruris, corporis, pedis); moniliasis; intertrigo. Final classification of the less-than-effective indications requires further investigation.
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Apply to affected area 3 to 4 times daily in accordance with physician's directions.
Side Effects (Adverse Reactions)
ADVERSE REACTIONS The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infections, skin atrophy, striae and miliaria.
Warnings and Precautions
WARNING FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
Contraindications
CONTRAINDICATIONS This product is contraindicated in persons with known or suspected hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the product.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category C Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with this product. It is also not known whether this product can affect reproduction capacity or cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. This product should be used by a pregnant woman only if clearly needed or when potential benefits outweigh potential hazards to the fetus.
Nursing Mothers It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when this product is administered to a nursing woman.
How Supplied
HOW SUPPLIED 1 oz. tubes, NDC 69367-286-01 To report a serious adverse event or obtain product information, call 1-844-221-7294.
About This Information
This drug information is sourced from FDA-approved labeling via the openFDA database. It is intended for educational and reference purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making decisions about medication. Drug information may be updated by the FDA; check with your pharmacist for the most current information.
What are side effects?
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What are drug interactions?
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