HYDROCORTISONE

Topical corticosteroids constitute a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as anti-inflammatory and antipruritic agents. Hydrocortisone Topical Solution 2.5% contains hydrocortisone as the active corticosteroid, having the chemical formula of Pregn-4-ene-3, 20-dione, 11,17,21 -trihydroxy-, (11 ß)-. The molecular weight is 362.47. Its empirical formula is C 21 H 30 O 5 and the structural formula is: Each milliliter contains 25 mg of hydrocortisone (2.5% W/V) in a specially formulated vehicle containing alcohol (48.8% W/W), purified water, polysorbate 20 and isoceteth-20. Chemical Structure

Hydrocortisone Topical Solution 2.5% is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Topical corticosteroids are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film for three or four times daily depending on the severity of the condition. Occlusive dressings may be used for the management of psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions. If an infection develops, the use of occlusive dressings should be discontinued and appropriate antimicrobial therapy instituted.

Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparation.

The following local adverse reactions are reported infrequently with topical corticosteroids, but may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. 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 infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria.

Store at controlled room temperature 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).