Hydrocortisone
Uses
Hydrocortisone is used int he treatment of inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis, allergic skin reactions and severe skin disorders.
How it Works
Hydrocortisone is known as a mild topical corticosteroid or topical steroid. Hydrocortisone is used for treating and for the relieve of symptoms caused by inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis and other allergic skin reactions.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Hydrocortisone may suffer from such side effects;
Increased sweating,
Acne,
Anxiety,
Irregular menstrual cycle,
Depression,
Skin redness,
Increased blood pressure,
Bone degradation,
Vision disorder,
Muscle pain,
Increased risk of infection,
Insomnia,
Vomiting,
Blue colour of skin,
Electrolyte imbalance,
Headache,
Dizziness,
Fragile skin,
Redistribution/accumulation of body fat,
Increased hair growth,
Muscle disorders,
Allergic skin rash,
Nausea,
Easy bruise,
Altered bone growth,
Skin scar,
Mood changes,
Behavioural changes,
Increased glucose level in blood