Therasoft Anti-Itch & Dermatitis (topical use)

Therasoft Anti-Itch & Dermatitis (topical use)

Used for Therasoft anti-itch and dermatitis

This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with a doctor's prescription.

Before using Therasoft Anti-Itch & Dermatitis

When deciding whether to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the benefits it produces. This is a decision that you and your doctor will make. The following should be noted with this medicine:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your doctor if you have other allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives or animals. For over-the-counter products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatrics

Related studies conducted to date have not demonstrated any pediatric-specific problems that would limit the utility of topical hydrocortisone in the pediatric population. However, due to the toxicity of this drug, it should be used with caution. Children can absorb large amounts through their skin, which can lead to serious side effects. If your child takes this medicine, follow your doctor's instructions very carefully.

geriatrics

There is no information regarding the relationship between age and the effects of topical hydrocortisone in geriatric patients.

Breastfeeding

There are insufficient studies in women to determine the risk to infants when using this drug while breast-feeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.

Drug interactions

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines can be used together, although interactions may occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your doctor if you are taking other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with food/tobacco/alcohol

Certain medicines should not be taken during or near food or consumption of certain foods because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain medications can also lead to interactions. Discuss using your medicine with food, alcohol or tobacco with your doctor.

Other medical problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Be sure to tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Cushing-Syndrom (Nebennierenerkrankung) oder
• Diabetes bzw
• Hyperglykämie (hoher Blutzucker) oder
• Intrakranielle Hypertonie (erhöhter Druck im Kopf) – Mit Vorsicht anwenden. Kann diese Bedingungen verschlimmern.

• Infektion der Haut am oder in der Nähe der Applikationsstelle oder
• Große Wunden, gebrochene Haut oder schwere Hautverletzungen an der Applikationsstelle – das Risiko von Nebenwirkungen kann erhöht sein.

Proper use of Therasoft Anti-Itch & Dermatitis

It is very important that you only use this medicine as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often or for longer than prescribed by your doctor. This can lead to unwanted side effects or skin irritation.

This medicine is for use on the skin only. Don't let it get in your eyes. Do not use on skin that has cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off immediately with water.

This medicine should only be used for skin conditions that your doctor is treating. Consult your doctor before using it for other conditions, especially if you suspect a skin infection. This medicine should not be used to treat certain types of skin infections or diseases, such as: B. severe burns.

Use:

• Waschen Sie Ihre Hände vor und nach der Anwendung dieses Arzneimittels mit Wasser und Seife.
• Tragen Sie eine dünne Schicht dieses Arzneimittels auf die betroffene Hautstelle auf. Reiben Sie es sanft ein.
• Schütteln Sie die Lotion vor der Anwendung gut durch.
• Verbinden oder wickeln Sie die zu behandelnde Haut nicht ein, es sei denn, Ihr Arzt weist Sie dazu an.
• Wenn das Arzneimittel im Windelbereich eines Säuglings angewendet wird, verwenden Sie keine eng anliegenden Windeln oder Plastikhosen, es sei denn, Ihr Arzt weist Sie dazu an.
• Wenn Ihr Arzt das Anbringen eines Okklusivverbandes oder einer luftdichten Abdeckung über dem Arzneimittel angeordnet hat, stellen Sie sicher, dass Sie wissen, wie dieser anzulegen ist. Okklusivverbände erhöhen die Menge des Arzneimittels, die durch Ihre Haut aufgenommen wird. Verwenden Sie sie daher nur nach Anweisung. Wenn Sie diesbezüglich Fragen haben, wenden Sie sich an Ihren Arzt.

dosage

The dose of this medicine is different for different patients. Follow your doctor's instructions or the label directions. The following information includes average doses of this medicine only. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to.

The amount of medicine you take depends on the strength of the medicine. In addition, the number of doses you take each day, the time between doses, and how long you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• Bei Rötungen, Juckreiz und Schwellungen der Haut:
  • Für die topische Darreichungsform (Creme):
    • Erwachsene: Zwei- bis dreimal täglich auf die betroffene Hautstelle auftragen.
    • Kinder: Zwei- bis dreimal täglich auf die betroffene Hautstelle auftragen.
  • Für die topische Darreichungsform (Lotion):
    • Erwachsene: Zwei- bis viermal täglich auf die betroffene Hautstelle auftragen.
    • Kinder: Zwei- bis viermal täglich auf die betroffene Hautstelle auftragen.
  • Für die topische Darreichungsform (Salbe):
    • Erwachsene: Drei- bis viermal täglich auf die betroffene Hautstelle auftragen.
    • Kinder: Drei- bis viermal täglich auf die betroffene Hautstelle auftragen.
  • Für topische Darreichungsform (Lösung):
    • Erwachsene: Drei- bis viermal täglich auf die betroffene Hautstelle auftragen.
    • Kinder: Drei- bis viermal täglich auf die betroffene Hautstelle auftragen.

Missed dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule.

storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Protect from freezing.

Keep away from children.

Do not keep medications that are outdated or no longer needed.

Ask your doctor how to throw away medicines you don't use.

Precautions when using Therasoft Anti-Itch & Dermatitis

It is very important that your doctor checks you or your child's progress at regular visits for any unwanted effects that may be caused by this medicine.

If you or your child's symptoms do not improve within a few days or worsen, contact your doctor.

Taking too much of this medicine or using it for a long time may increase your risk of adrenal gland problems. The risk is greater in children and patients who take large amounts over a long period of time. Talk to your doctor immediately if you or your child experience more than one of these symptoms while using this medicine: blurred vision; dizziness or fainting; a fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat; increased thirst or urination; Irritability; or unusual tiredness or weakness.

Stop using this medicine and contact your doctor immediately if you or your child develops a rash, burning, stinging, swelling, or irritation of the skin.

Do not use cosmetics or other skin care products on the treated areas.

Side effects of Therasoft Anti-Itch & Dermatitis

In addition to the necessary effects, a medicine may also have some undesirable effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, medical attention may be required if they occur.

Consult your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Incident not known

• Blasenbildung, Brennen, Krustenbildung, Trockenheit oder Schuppenbildung der Haut
• Reizung
• Juckreiz, Schuppenbildung, starke Rötung, Schmerzen oder Schwellung der Haut
• Rötung und Schuppenbildung um den Mund herum
• Verdünnung der Haut mit Neigung zu Blutergüssen, insbesondere bei Anwendung im Gesicht oder an Stellen, an denen sich die Haut zusammenfaltet (z. B. zwischen den Fingern)
• Ausdünnung, Schwäche oder Schwund der Haut

Some side effects may occur that usually do not require medical attention. These side effects may disappear during treatment as your body gets used to the medicine. Your doctor may also be able to give you ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects persist or are bothersome, or if you have any questions, contact your doctor:

Incident not known

• Akne oder Pickel
• Brennen und Jucken der Haut mit stecknadelkopfgroßen roten Bläschen
• Brennen, Juckreiz und Schmerzen in behaarten Bereichen oder Eiter an der Haarwurzel
• vermehrter Haarwuchs an Stirn, Rücken, Armen und Beinen
• Aufhellung der normalen Hautfarbe
• Aufhellung behandelter dunkler Hautpartien
• rötlich-violette Linien an Armen, Gesicht, Beinen, Rumpf oder Leistengegend
• Erweichung der Haut

Some patients may also experience other side effects not listed. If you notice other side effects, contact your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Commonly used brand names

In the USA

• Ala-Cort
• Ala-Scalp HP
• Anusol HC
• Aquanil HC
• Beta HC
• Caldecort
• Cetacort
• Cortaid
• Corticain
• Corticool maximale Stärke
• Cortizon-10
• Cortizon-5
• Cotacort
• Delacort
• Dermarest
• Dermasorb HC Komplettset
• Dermtex-HC
• Gly-Cort
• Hydrozone Plus
• Hytone
• Instacort-10
• Ivy beruhigen
• IvyStat
• Keratol HC
• Kericort 10
• Lacticare-HC
• Locoid
• Locoid Lipocreme
• Medi-Cortison maximale Stärke
• Mikrocort
• Mycin-Kopfhaut
• Neutrogena T/Kopfhaut
• NuCort
• Nupercainal HC
• Nutracort
• Pandel
• Pediaderm HC Kit
• Zubereitung H Hydrocortison
• Proctocream-HC
• Bericht Plus
• Sarnol-HC maximale Stärke
• Scalacort
• Scalpcort
• Spezialbetreuung am Sommerabend
• Texacort
• Therasoft Anti-Juckreiz und Dermatitis
• U-Cort
• Westcort

In Canada

• Barriere-Hc
• Cortate
• Cort-Eze
• Cortoderm milde Salbe
• Cortoderm Normale Salbe
• Emo-Cort
• Emo-Cort Kopfhautlösung
• Hydrocortison-Creme
• Novo-Hydrocort
• Novo-Hydrocort-Creme
• Prevex Hc
• Sarna Hc

Available dosage forms:

• Lotion
• Creme
• Lösung
• Sprühen
• Gel/Gelee
• Salbe
• Schaum
• Flüssig

Therapeutic class: Corticosteroid, weak

Pharmacological class: adrenal glucocorticoid

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