Generic Name for SCALACORT
Hydrocortisone 2%; lotion; contains alcohol, benzalkonium chloride.
Legal Classification:
Rx
Manufacturer of SCALACORT
Avidas Pharmaceuticals
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Indications for SCALACORT
Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Adults and Children:
Apply thin film 2–4 times daily. Psoriasis or recalcitrant conditions: may be occluded; discontinue occlusion if infection develops.
Contraindications for SCALACORT
Do not use superpotent forms on face, groin, or axillae. Exclude viral disease (eg, chickenpox, measles).
Warnings/Precautions for SCALACORT
Treat infection if present; discontinue if infection persists or worsens. Do not use near eyes, or on diaper dermatitis or pre-existing skin atrophy. Do not use fluorinated steroids longer than 1 week on the face. Avoid abrupt cessation in chronic use. Systemic absorption increased by broken or inflamed skin, prolonged use, application to large surface area, or use of occlusive dressings. Occlude only if necessary; do not occlude higher potency products. Monitor adrenal function in children if a high potency product or occlusion is used, and in adults if more than 50g weekly of a high potency product is used. Discontinue or reduce dose or potency if HPA axis suppression, Cushing's syndrome, hyperglycemia, glucosuria, or irritation occurs. Use lowest effective dose and potency (esp. in children). Use caution if applying to face or body folds. Do not use continuously or for prophylaxis. Foams are flammable. Reevaluate periodically. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Adverse Reactions for SCALACORT
Burning, stinging, pruritus, erythema, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria, secondary infections, hypopigmentation, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, dermal cracking and fissuring, telangiectasia, contact dermatitis, other local effects, immunosuppression, masks infections, HPA axis suppression (esp. in children).
How is SCALACORT supplied?
Lotion—1oz
Scalacort DK (Defence Kit)—1 (1oz lotion + 4oz Defence medicated shampoo + 4oz Defence gentle cleansing shampoo)