Texacort

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Topical steroids

Texacort Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Hydrocortisone 2.5%; topical soln; paraben- and lipid-free.

Pharmacological Class

Steroid.

How Supplied

Soln—30mL

Texacort Indications

Indications

Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Texacort Dosage and Administration

Adults and Children

Apply a thin film to affected area 3–4 times daily.

Texacort Contraindications

Not Applicable

Texacort Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Texacort Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Treat infection if present; discontinue if infection persists or worsens. Avoid eyes. Systemic absorption increased by prolonged use, application to large surface area, or use of occlusive dressings. 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). Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.

Texacort Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Texacort Interactions

Not Applicable

Texacort Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, skin maceration, secondary infection, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria; HPA axis suppression (esp. in children).

Texacort Clinical Trials

See Literature

Texacort Note

Not Applicable

Texacort Patient Counseling

See Literature