Drug Catalog - Product Detail
PROCTOZONE-HC CREAM RECTAL 2.5% 30GM
| NDC | Mfr | Size | Str | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64980-0301-30 | RISING PHARMACEUTICALS | 30 | 2.5% | CREAM |
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Description
DESCRIPTION The topical corticosteroids constitute a class of primarily synthetic steroids used as anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic agents. Topical corticosteroids are anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic agents. Hydrocortisone cream is a member of this class. Hydrocortisone cream contains the synthetic steroid hydrocortisone (Pregn-4-ene -3,20-dione, 11, 17, 21-trihydroxy-, (11ß)-) which has a molecular formula of C 21 H 30 O 5 , a molecular weight of 362.46 and CAS Registry Number 50-23-7. Each gram of the 2.5% cream contains 25 mg of hydrocortisone USP in a cream base of cetyl alcohol, citric acid, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl myristate, methylparaben, polyoxyl 40 stearate, polysorbate 60, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate, sorbic acid, sorbitan monostearate, stearyl alcohol, white wax and citric acid solution and sodium citrate solution to adjust pH. chemical structure
How Supplied
HOW SUPPLIED Hydrocortisone Cream USP, 2.5% 20 g (0.7 oz) tube 30 g (1. 1 oz) tube 1 lb (453.6 g) jar
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS & USAGE Topical corticosteroids are indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION Topical corticosteroids are generally applied to the affected area as a thin film from 2 to 4 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.