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Overview
Cortisol is a anti-inflammatory agent that is FDA approved for the treatment of itching associated with minor skin irritations and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, soaps and detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, poison ivy, oak or sumac and for external genital, feminine and anal itching. Common adverse reactions include {{{adverseReactions}}}.
Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
Uses:
for temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations and rashes due to:
eczema
insect bites
soaps and detergents
cosmetics
jewelry
seborrheic dermatitis
psoriasis
poison ivy, oak or sumac
for external genital, feminine and anal itching
other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Dosing information
For minor skin irritations and rashes
adults: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.
For external anal itching:
adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before application of this product.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Cortisol in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Cortisol in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
Uses:
for temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations and rashes
Dosing information
Dosage
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Cortisol in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Cortisol in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Cortisol Contraindications in the drug label.
Warnings
There is limited information regarding Cortisol Warnings' in the drug label.
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Clinical Trial Experience of Cortisol in the drug label.
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Postmarketing Experience of Cortisol in the drug label.
Drug Interactions
There is limited information regarding Cortisol Drug Interactions in the drug label.
Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) Pregnancy Category
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Cortisol in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Cortisol during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Cortisol with respect to nursing mothers.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Cortisol with respect to pediatric patients.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Cortisol with respect to geriatric patients.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Cortisol with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Cortisol with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Cortisol in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Cortisol in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Cortisol in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Cortisol in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
Directions:
For minor skin irritations and rashes,
adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily.
For external anal itching:
adults: when practical, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before application of this product
children : under 12 years of age, consult a doctor.
Other information:
do not use if seal is punctured or is not visible. To open, reverse cap to puncture seal
store at room temperature
see crimp of tube for Lot Number and Expiration Date
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Monitoring of Cortisol in the drug label.
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding IV Compatibility of Cortisol in the drug label.
Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Cortisol overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
There is limited information regarding Cortisol Mechanism of Action in the drug label.
Structure
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Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Pharmacodynamics of Cortisol in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Pharmacokinetics of Cortisol in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Nonclinical Toxicology of Cortisol in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Clinical Studies of Cortisol in the drug label.
How Supplied
There is limited information regarding Cortisol How Supplied in the drug label.
Storage
There is limited information regarding Cortisol Storage in the drug label.
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