Cortisol Cream belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used to treat various skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, and allergies. It works by reducing swelling, redness, and itchiness of the skin and prevents further irritation.

Cortisol Cream is meant for external use and is to be used only as advised by your doctor. Wash and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with plenty of water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Avoid covering the treated area with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.

Using the medicine may cause skin thinning, burning sensation, irritation, redness, and swelling at the site of application. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. However, if they persist or worsen, let your doctor know. Cortisol Cream is not recommended to be used in children. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine.

Uses of Cortisol Cream

Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Benefits of Cortisol Cream

In Treatment of Allergic skin conditions

Cortisol Cream is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as eczema and dermatitis. It works by reducing the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. In treating eczema and dermatitis, it reduces the redness, rash, pain, or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. It thus improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes.
You should always use the cream or ointment as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

Side effects of Cortisol Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cortisol

Skin atrophy
Telangiectasia
Skin irritation
Dry skin

How to use Cortisol Cream

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.

How Cortisol Cream works

Cortisol Cream is a steroid. It works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cortisol 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 feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cortisol Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Cortisol Cream?

If you miss a dose of Cortisol Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.

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Quick tips

Cortisol Cream is used to treat redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions.
It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using Cortisol Cream and consult your doctor.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after four weeks of treatment. Do not use it for more than 4 consecutive weeks at a time.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Gluco/mineralocorticoids, progestogins and derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Glucocorticoids

Patient concerns

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Neurology

get serum cortisol fasting to be sure

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Neurology

get 2d echo; thyroid and serum cortisol checked

I am obese and have Gynaecomastic condition. This conditions seems to be similar in my close relative but in milder form. Is that just due to obesity as I exceed 18 kg extra wt. But my penis size I feel is not gud enough may be 4 inches or less. I wonder the size is reducing as obesity increases. Plz solve my queries and plz provide solutions. I am genuinely concerned.

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

there r various causes for obesity as well as gynaecomastia. i advice u get ur thyroid hormones and serum cortisol checked as well as testosterone level from any pathology lab in ur city

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

User feedback

Patients taking Cortisol Cream

Once A Day

65%

Twice A Day

35%

What are you using Cortisol Cream for?

Skin disorder*

50%

Dermatitis

25%

Others

25%

*Skin disorders

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

75%

Poor

25%

What were the side-effects while using Cortisol Cream?

No Side Effec*

67%

Application s*

33%

*No Side Effect, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How do you take Cortisol Cream?

With or witho*

100%

*With or without food

Please rate Cortisol Cream on price

Average

44%

Expensive

33%

Not Expensive

22%

FAQs

Can Cortisol Cream be used for a long time?

No, Cortisol Cream should not be used for a long time. The doctor generally prescribes it for 2 consecutive weeks only. However, the treatment can be longer for chronic (long-term) inflammatory conditions. Consult your physician before using this medication.

Does Cortisol Cream cause severe skin reactions?

Severe skin reactions are quite rare with Cortisol Cream. Cortisol Cream is an anti-inflammatory drug which is used to treat skin diseases, skin reactions and eczemas. However, skin reactions can occur in a person who is hypersensitive to Cortisol Cream. It is important to leave the affected area open after applying Cortisol Cream as using occlusive dressings (air- and water-tight dressing) can lead to skin reactions. The medicine may not itself cause a reaction but the added excipients with the medications can lead to a reaction in some cases. Inform your doctor immediately in case you encounter any skin reactions.

Can Cortisol Cream be used on the face?

No, Cortisol Cream should not be used on the face. In addition to this, Cortisol Cream should also 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 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 Cortisol Cream be applied to children?

Cortisol Cream is not recommended for use in children less than 1 year of age. It is also not recommended for use in older children and adolescents as the side effects are more common in them. In the pediatric population, there is an increased risk of suppression of the immune system which may make the child prone to other diseases and atrophic changes, hence it is not recommended. Still, in some rare cases, the doctor may recommend this medicine, but the treatment is usually limited to 5 days and the therapy is reviewed weekly.

Can we use Cortisol Cream in infections?

Cortisol 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 Cortisol 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 Cortisol Cream and provide appropriate antimicrobial therapy.

Can I stop taking Cortisol Cream when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Cortisol Cream and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before your treatment is complete. Stopping Cortisol Cream before your treatment is completed can bring back your symptoms.

Does Cortisol Cream cause dangerous skin reactions?

Local skin reactions are quite rare with Cortisol Cream. Being an anti-inflammatory drug, it is used to treat skin diseases, skin reactions, and eczemas. Still, skin reactions can occur in a person who is hypersensitive to Cortisol Cream. It is important to leave the affected area open after applying Cortisol Cream as using occlusive dressings (air- and water-tight dressing) can lead to skin reactions. If not by the medicine itself, sometimes the reactions are also caused by the added excipients with the medications. Inform your doctor immediately in case you encounter any skin reactions.

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