Efficort Cream
Hydrocortisone (0.127% w/w)
by Galderma India Pvt Ltd
tube of 10 gm Cream
About this medicine
Efficort Cream is a topical steroid used for treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory skin disorders such as eczema. It prevents the release of substances that cause inflammation and provides relief from swelling, redness, and itching in the affected area. Efficort Cream is meant only for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. You should normally clean and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine evenly on the affected skin. You should not apply it on open wounds or damaged skin. Use it regularly to get the maximum benefit from it. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with plenty of water in case of accidental contact. Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor. It is usually well tolerated with little or no side effects. However it may cause application site reactions such as burning, irritation, itching, and redness in some people. These side effects are temporary and usually go away with time. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. It is important for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers to consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses
- Treatment of Skin disorders
Benefits
In treatment of Skin disorders
Efficort Cream prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions of the skin such as eczema, atopic dermatitis and psoriasis. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions thereby reducing symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching and other allergic-type reactions.
How it works
Efficort Cream is a steroid medicine which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.
How to use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Common side effects
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Safety advice
- AlcoholNONE
- No interaction found/established
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Efficort Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Efficort Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
- DrivingNONE
- No interaction found/established
- KidneyNONE
- No interaction found/established
- LiverNONE
- No interaction found/established
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Efficort Cream, please consult your doctor.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Glucocorticoids
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Derma
Frequently asked questions
Can Efficort Cream be used on the face?
No, Efficort Cream should not be used on the face. In addition to this, Efficort Cream should not be used on the axillae (armpits), groin and if there is atrophy (wasting away of tissues) at the treatment site. In certain circumstances, it can be exceptionally considered to be used by the doctors. It should be used only after consultation with your physician and if possible, the application on the face should be limited to a maximum of 5 days.
Can we use Efficort Cream in infections?
Efficort Cream is not an antimicrobial or antifungal agent. It is a steroid medication. It should not be used in infections as being a corticosteroid it suppresses the immune system and increases the risk of infections. Bacterial infections are prone to worsen if the infection is covered with a dressing after using Efficort Cream. In case the inflammatory lesions get infected or there is any spread of infection, consult your doctor immediately. The doctor will withdraw the use of Efficort Cream and provide appropriate antimicrobial therapy.
How to use Efficort Cream?
Before using Efficort Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Efficort Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Can I stop taking Efficort Cream when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Efficort Cream and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before your treatment is complete. Stopping Efficort Cream before your treatment is completed can bring back your symptoms of skin.
What are the precautions that are needed to be taken while using Efficort Cream?
Efficort Cream should not be used on the face. Do not use the medication for longer periods of time than you have been advised. Do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated, as this will increase absorption of the preparation and increase the risk of side-effects. This medicine should only be used when advised by the doctor and never given to other people even if their condition appears to be the same.
Who should not use Efficort Cream?
Efficort Cream should not be used in people who are allergic to Efficort Cream or any of its ingredients. It should also be avoided if a person has any kind of infection of the skin, eyes etc. It is important to inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a baby or breastfeeding to avoid any harm to your baby.
What should I do if I forget to use Efficort Cream?
If you forget to use Efficort Cream, do not worry and continue using Efficort Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Galderma India Pvt Ltd
- Salt composition
- Hydrocortisone (0.127% w/w)
- Pack
- tube of 10 gm Cream
- Dosage form
- Cream
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.