GENERIC NAME: HYDROCORTISONE - RECTAL CREAM, OINTMENT (hi-dro-KOR-tih-sown)
BRAND NAME(S): Anusert HC-1, Anusol-HC, Proctocort, Proctocream-HC, Proctosol HC
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication is used to treat swelling, inflammation, or itching of conditions such as hemorrhoids.
HOW TO USE: To apply cream or ointment, wash and dry the rectal area first. Then gently massage a small amount of the medication into the affected area. Do not use in larger amounts, more often, or longer than directed.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause burning, stinging, itching or redness when first applied. This should disappear in a few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if redness, swelling or irritation does not improve. Notify doctor of: rectal bleeding or pain. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: eye problems, sores or infection of the area being treated, any allergies. Though very unlikely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream. This may have undesirable consequences that may require additional corticosteroid treatment. This is especially true for children and for those who have used this for an extended period of time and if they also have serious medical problems such as serious infections, injuries or surgeries. This precaution applies for up to one year after stopping use of this drug. Tell your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: vision problems, persistent headache, increased thirst or urination, unusual weakness or weight loss, dizziness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and inform them that you use (or have used) this medication. This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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