Epifoam Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Hydrocortisone acetate 1%, pramoxine HCl 1%; topical foam; contains parabens.
Pharmacological Class
Steroid + anesthetic.
How Supplied
Foam—10g
Manufacturer
Epifoam Indications
Indications
Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.
Epifoam Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Apply small amount to affected areas 3–4 times daily.
Epifoam Contraindications
Contraindications
Do not use superpotent forms on face, groin, or axillae. Exclude viral disease (eg, chickenpox, measles).
Epifoam Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Epifoam Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
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.
Epifoam Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Epifoam Interactions
Not Applicable
Epifoam Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
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).
Epifoam Clinical Trials
See Literature
Epifoam Note
Not Applicable
Epifoam Patient Counseling
See Literature