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*for temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations and rashes due to:
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insect bites
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seborrheic dermatitis
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psoriasis
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poison ivy, oak or sumac
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for external genital, feminine and anal itching
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Revision as of 21:37, 8 October 2014

Cortisol
Adult Indications & Dosage
Pediatric Indications & Dosage
Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Adverse Reactions
Drug Interactions
Use in Specific Populations
Administration & Monitoring
Overdosage
Pharmacology
Clinical Studies
How Supplied
Images
Patient Counseling Information
Precautions with Alcohol
Brand Names
Look-Alike Names

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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

Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)

Guideline-Supported Use

  • There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Cortisol in adult patients.


Pediatric Indications and Dosage

FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)

There is limited information regarding FDA-Labeled Use of Cortisol in pediatric patients.

Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)

Guideline-Supported Use

Condition1
  • Developed by:
  • Class of Recommendation:
  • Strength of Evidence:
  • Dosing Information
  • Dosage
Condition2

There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Cortisol in pediatric patients.

Non–Guideline-Supported Use

Condition1
  • Dosing Information
  • Dosage
Condition2

There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Cortisol in pediatric patients.

Contraindications

  • Condition1

Warnings

Warnings:

  • For external use only
  • Do not use
  • in children under 2 years of age
  • if you have a vaginal discharge
  • for the treatment of diaper rash
  • Ask a doctor before use if you have
  • external genital or feminine itching
  • external anal itching
  • bleeding
  • When using this product
  • avoid contact with eyes
  • do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
  • do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
  • Stop use and ask a doctor
  • if condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, stop use and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product

Keep out of reach of children

  • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

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

  • Drug
  • Description

Use in Specific Populations

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Category (FDA):

  • Pregnancy Category


Pregnancy Category (AUS):

  • 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.
  • Description

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

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

Storage

There is limited information regarding Cortisol Storage in the drug label.

Images

Drug Images

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Patient Counseling Information

  • There is limited information regarding Patient Counseling Information of Cortisol in the drug label.

Precautions with Alcohol

  • Alcohol-Cortisol interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.

Brand Names

Look-Alike Drug Names

Drug Shortage Status

Price

References

The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.

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