What is Instacort?
Instacort is a steroid used to treat inflammation, itching and skin conditions which respond to steroid medications.
There are many different brands and types of Hydrocortisone Topical. This leaflet does not list all brands.Instacort can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Instacort
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, hives or facial, lip or throat swelling. Seek immediate medical assistance: difficulty in breathing; hives; swelling in face or throat and/or difficulty swallowing
Instacort can cause serious side-effects. If you experience:
- Skin condition worsening;
- Redness, heat, swelling, oozing or severe irritation on any skin type treated;
- Dry mouth; fruity breath smell.
- Instacort can be absorbed through the skin. Possible signs include weight gain, especially in your face, upper back, and torso, slow wound healing, discolored or thinning skin, muscle weakness, vomiting, diarrhea fatigue, mood changes.
Your may experience less serious or no side effects at all.There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
Cosentyx , Stelara , Taltz , Trianex , Sernivo , Kenalog , Impoyz
Warnings
Please read all instructions on the label or package of your medication. Inform your healthcare provider about your medical conditions, your allergies, and the medicines you are using.
Before you take this drug
Instacort should not be used if you have an allergy to it.
Tell your doctor about any of the following:
- Any type of Skin Infection
- A skin reaction to any medicine containing steroids;
- Liver disease
- An adrenal gland disorder is a condition that affects the adrenal gland.
Steroids may increase glucose levels in both blood and urine. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes.
Instacort should not be given to children younger than 2 without consulting a doctor.Consult your doctor before taking this medication if you're pregnant or nursing.Avoid areas where the mouth of your baby may come in contact with Instacort.
How to take Instacort?
Follow the instructions on the label or those prescribed by your doctor.Take only by mouth. Topical medicines are only to be used on the skin.Please carefully read and follow all instructions that accompany your medication. If you don't understand the instructions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.You should wash your hands both before and after you use hydrocortisone unless it is to treat your skin.
Rub in a thin layer on the affected area of skin. Do not apply the medicine to a large surface area unless you have been told by your doctor.Cover the treated area only if your doctor says so. Covering the treated area can increase the amount of medicine absorbed by your skin, and cause adverse effects.Before each use, shake the spray and hydrocortisone well.Use only loose-fitting or plastic diapers if you're treating the diaper area.
If your symptoms don't improve or worsen within seven days, stop using the hydrocortisone. Call your doctor.Store away from moisture or heat at room temperature. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. When not in use, keep the bottle tightly sealed.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you are close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. Never apply two doses in one go.
What happens if I overdose?
If anyone accidentally swallows the medication, seek emergency medical care or call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222.
Instacort may cause thinning of the skin, easy bleeding, changes in body weight (especially on your neck, face, back and waist), acne, facial hair growth, menstrual issues, impotence or loss of interest.
What should be avoided?
Instacort should not be used to treat skin conditions that have not been examined by your doctor.Avoid getting Instacort into your eyes. Rinse with water if you do.
Interaction with other drug
Other drugs that you take are unlikely to affect the medicine applied on your skin. Many drugs interact with one another. Inform your healthcare provider about the medicines you take, including prescriptions and over-the counter medicines, vitamin and herbal product.
