Hydroderm-C Uses

• Hydroderm-C indications
• Uses of Hydroderm-C in details
• Hydroderm-C dosage
• Hydroderm-C interactions
• Hydroderm-C side effects
• Hydroderm-C contraindications

What is Hydroderm-C?

Treating skin inflammation and itching due to certain skin conditions, including eczema.

Hydroderm-C cream and hydrating serum kit is a kit that contains an anti-infective and corticosteroid cream combination and a hydrating serum. The anti-infective works by killing sensitive bacteria or fungi. The corticosteroid works by reducing skin inflammation (eg, redness, swelling, itching, irritation). The serum moisturizes the skin.

Hydroderm-C indications

Steroid responsive skin conditions e.g. : eczema, neurodermatitis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, discoid lupus erythematosus, psoriasis (specially actue forms where tar is contraindicated), intertrigo, infantile eczema, napkin’s dermatitis, irritation by detergents, chemicals, radiation, etc; insect bites, anogenital pruritus.

N.B: In presence of infection, treatment must be supplemented with the appropriate systemic antimicrobial agent.

How should I use Hydroderm-C?

Use Hydroderm-C cream and hydrating serum kit as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Before using Hydroderm-C cream and hydrating serum kit, thoroughly wash the affected area with soap and water. Gently dry.
• Apply a thin film of medicine to the affected area and rub it in gently until it is evenly distributed.
• Apply the hydrating serum as you have been told by your doctor.
• Wash your hands immediately after using Hydroderm-C cream and hydrating serum kit, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
• Do not cover or wrap the treated area unless otherwise directed by your doctor.
• If you miss a dose of Hydroderm-C cream and hydrating serum kit, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Hydroderm-C cream and hydrating serum kit.

Uses of Hydroderm-C in details

This combination medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., eczema, fungal skin infections such as ringworm/athlete's foot/jock itch). This product contains 2 medications. Clioquinol (Hydroderm-C) (also known as iodochlorhydroxyquin) is an antibiotic that works by preventing the growth of fungus/bacteria. Hydrocortisone (Hydroderm-C) is a mild corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling, redness, and itching that occurs in the affected skin.

This medication should not be used in children younger than 2 years.

How to use Hydroderm-C topical

Use this medication on the skin only. Clean and thoroughly dry the area to be treated. Apply a thin layer of the medication to the affected area and gently rub in, usually 3 to 4 times daily or as directed by your doctor. Wash your hands after using unless you are using this medication to treat the hands. Do not wrap, cover, or bandage the area unless directed to do so by your doctor.

Do not apply the medication in the eyes, nose, mouth, or inside the vagina. If you do get the medication in those areas, flush with plenty of water.

Do not apply more often or use longer than prescribed. Doing so may increase the risk of side effects.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same times each day.

Continue to use this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection.

Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.

Hydroderm-C dosage

Usual Adult Dose for Dermatitis

Apply a thin layer to the affected area 3 to 4 times a day.

Usual Adult Dose for Eczema

Apply a thin layer to the affected area 3 to 4 times a day.

Usual Adult Dose for Pruritus

Apply a thin layer to the affected area 3 to 4 times a day.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Dermatitis

Less than 2 years: Use is not recommended.

2 years or older: Apply a thin layer to the affected area 3 to 4 times a day.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Eczema

Less than 2 years: Use is not recommended.

2 years or older: Apply a thin layer to the affected area 3 to 4 times a day.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Pruritus

Less than 2 years: Use is not recommended.

2 years or older: Apply a thin layer to the affected area 3 to 4 times a day.

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Consult WARNINGS section for dosing related precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

-For external use only; do not use in or around the eyes.

Storage requirements:

-Should be stored at room temperature 15C to 30C (59F to 86F) in original container; should protect from freezing

General:

-Occlusive dressings may be a valuable therapeutic adjunct for treatment of resistant dermatoses.

-This drug not found safe and effective by FDA; the manufacturer's product labeling has not been approved by FDA.

-Based on a review by the National Academy of Sciences-National Research Council and/or other information, this drug has been classified by the FDA as "possibly" effective for the following

Indications: contact or atopic dermatitis, impetiginized eczema, nummular eczema, infantile 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 less-than-effective indications requires further investigation.

Monitoring:

-Endocrine: Urinary free cortisol and ACTH stimulation tests

Hydroderm-C interactions

Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: drugs that weaken the immune system (e.g., cyclosporine), other corticosteroid products (e.g., prednisone).

This medication may interfere with certain laboratory tests (including certain thyroid function tests), possibly causing false test results. Make sure laboratory personnel and all your doctors know that you use this drug or have used this drug in the past month.

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

Hydroderm-C side effects

See also:
What are the possible side effects of Hydroderm-C?

Dry skin may occur. If this effect persists or worsens, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: skin irritation/burning, extreme hair growth, skin thinning/discoloration, acne, stretch marks, "hair bumps" (folliculitis).

Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a new infection. Contact your doctor if you notice any new symptoms on the skin.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

In the US -

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.

In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Hydroderm-C contraindications

See also:
What is the most important information I should know about Hydroderm-C?

Hypersensitivity to the drug or iodine, hepatic damage or pre-existing optic neuropathy.

Active ingredient matches for Hydroderm-C:

Clioquinol/Hydrocortisone in Singapore.

Clioquinol/Hydrocortisone Acetate

Clioquinol/clioquinol 3%/Hydrocortisone acetate/Hydrocortisone acetate 1% in Singapore.

References

1. DailyMed. "CLIOQUINOL: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
2. DailyMed. "CIPROFLOXACIN HYDROCHLORIDE; HYDROCORTISONE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
3. PubChem. "hydrocortisone". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/com... (accessed September 17, 2018).

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