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Hydrocortisone

Generic of Anusol-Hc, Cortifoam, Proctocort, Adv Allergy Collection Kit, Ala-Scalp Hp, Alkindi Sprinkle, Cortef, Cortenema, Pramosone, Procort, Texacort, Hydroxym

What is Hydrocortisone used for?

Hydrocortisone is a man-made version of a natural substance (cortisol) made by the adrenal gland. It is used to treat conditions such as arthritis, blood/hormone/immune system disorders, skin and eye conditions, breathing problems, cancer, and severe allergies. It decreases your immune system's response to various diseases to reduce symptoms such as pain, swelling and allergic-type reactions. Hydrocortisone is also used to treat low cortisol levels caused by diseases of the adrenal gland (such as Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency). Corticosteroids are needed in many ways for the body to function well. They are important for salt and water balance and keeping blood pressure normal.

CHEMICAL NAME

Hydrocortisone (HYE-droe-KOR-ti-sone)

DRUG TYPE

Inflammation/Immune Disorders

Hydrocortisone Prices

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Hydrocortisone Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

Hydrocortisone may also be used for COVID-19, but is only effective in hospitalized patients who need supplemental oxygen or a mechanical ventilator to breathe.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Hydrocortisone Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Tablet
10 Mg
20 Mg
5 Mg
Enema
100Mg/60Ml
Cream
1 %
2.5 %
0.5 %
Cream With Perineal Applicator
1 %
2.5 %
Ointment
2.5 %
1 %
0.5 %
Lotion
2.5 %
1 %

Hydrocortisone Alternatives

Brand Name Examples

Anusol-Hc

Tube, 2.5 % , 1 Tube

Other forms:

Supplied As
Strength
Suppository Rectal
25 Mg
Cream With Perineal Applicator
2.5 %

Prices starting at

$ 189.51

Cortifoam

Can, 15.0 gram(s) of 10 % , 1 Can

Other forms:

Supplied As
Strength
Aerosol Foam With Applicator
10 %
Foam
10 %

Prices starting at

$ 494.56

Proctocort

Cream, 1% (package of 28.4 gram(s)) , 1 Package

Other forms:

Supplied As
Strength
Suppository Rectal
30 Mg
Cream
1 %

Prices starting at

$ 688.26

Adv Allergy Collection Kit

Kit, 2.5 % (package of 1.0) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 824.46

Ala-Scalp Hp

Lotion, 2% (package of 59.2 ml(s)) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 1,027.80

Alkindi Sprinkle

Capsule Sprinkle, 0.5 Mg , 30 Capsule Sprinkles

Prices starting at

$ 299.89

Cortef

Tablet, 5 Mg , 30 Tablets

Prices starting at

$ 39.96

Cortenema

Squeez Btl, 60.0 ml(s) of 100Mg/60Ml , 1 Squeez Btl

Prices starting at

$ 35.55

Pramosone

Ointment, 1%-1% (package of 28.4 gram(s)) , 1 Package

Other forms:

Supplied As
Strength
Ointment
2.5 %-1 %
1 %-1 %
Lotion
2.5 %-1 %
1 %-1 %
Cream
2.5 %-1 %
1 %-1 %

Prices starting at

$ 264.36

Procort

Cream With Applicator, 1.85-1.15% (package of 60.0) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 429.37

Texacort

Drop Btl, 2.5 % , 1 Drop Btl

Prices starting at

$ 233.71

Hydroxym

Gel, 2% (package of 28.0 gram(s)) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 1,349.42

Generic Examples