Hydrocortisone/Iodoquinol (On the skin)
hye-droe-KOR-ti-sone AS-e-tate, eye-oh-doe-KWIN-ol
Treats skin problems. This medicine contains a corticosteroid.
Drug classes
Anti-Infective/Anti-Inflammatory Combination, Antibacterial Combination (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Hydrocortisone and iodoquinol is a combined anti-infective and cortisone-like medicine. Hydrocortisone and iodoquinol topical cream is used to treat infections of the skin and to help provide relief from the redness, itching, and discomfort of many skin problems.
This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Cream
Use this medicine as directed. You must use it for the full time of treatment to clear up your skin problem completely.
Use this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.
Do not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor. Do not use under a child’s diaper unless the doctor tells you to.
Missed dose: Apply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
When Not To Use
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to hydrocortisone or iodoquinol.
Warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
This medicine may stain your skin, hair, or clothes.
Tell any doctor or dentist who treats you that you are using this medicine. This medicine may affect certain medical test results.
Do not use this medicine to treat a skin problem your doctor has not examined.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Brand names include
Vytone
There may be other brand names for this medicine.