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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zocort may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zocort is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Medicine Overview of Zocort 1% Cream
Introduction
Zocort is a topical steroid used for treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory skin disorders such as eczema. It prevents the release of substances that cause inflammation and provides relief from swelling, redness, and itching in the affected area. Zocort is meant only for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. You should normally clean and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine evenly on the affected skin. You should not apply it on open wounds or damaged skin. Use it regularly to get the maximum benefit from it. Avoid any...
... Show moreUses of Zocort
- Eczema
Side effects of Zocort
Common
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Zocort
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Zocort works
Zocort is a steroid medicine which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.
Quick Tips
- Zocort is used to treat the redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of eczema.
- It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
- Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Zocort and consult your doctor.
- Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
Brief Description
Indication
Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses, Contact allergic dermatitis, Eczema - atopic; infantile; discoid; stasis, Seborrheic dermatitis, Skin irritations, itching and rashes, for example those caused by insect bites, minor thermal burns, sunburn, etc.
Adult Dose
Corticosteroid-responsive Dermatoses
Adult: Apply a thin film onto affected area 2-3 times daily.
Child Dose
Atopic Dermatitis
3 months: Apply film to affected area q12hr
Corticosteroid-responsive Dermatoses
Apply q6-12hr
Dosing considerations
Limit to the minimum amount necessary for therapeutic efficacy
Contraindication
Viral/fungal infections, tubercular or syphilitic lesions, bacterial infections unless used in conjunction with appropriate chemotherapy.
Mode of Action
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid used for its anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive effects. Its anti-inflammatory action is due to the suppression of migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and reversal of increased capillary permeability. It may also be used as replacement therapy in adrenocortical insufficiency.
Precaution
DM, elderly, patients on prolonged therapy. Pregnancy and lactation.
Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Side Effect
Skin atrophy,Striae,Acneform lesions,Perioral dermatitis,Folliculitis,Itching,Pigmentation changes,HPA suppression (with higher potency used >2 wk)
Interaction
Thiazides may enhance hyperglycaemia and hypokalaemia caused by corticosteroids. Increased incidence of peptic ulcer or GI bleeding with concurrent NSAIDs admin. Response to anticoagulants altered. Dose of antidiabetics and antihypertensives needs to be increased. Decreases serum conc of salicylates and antimuscarinic agents. Ethanol may enhance gastric mucosal irritation. Reduced efficacy with concurrent use of carbamazepine, phenytoin, primidone, barbiturates and rifampicin. Mutual inhibition of metabolism between ciclosporin and corticosteroids increase plasma conc of both drugs. Enhanced effect in women taking oestrogens or oral contraceptives.
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