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Hydrocortisone Probutate (Topical application route)
hye-droe-KOR-ti-sone proe-BUE-tateBrand Name(s)
In the US: Pandel
In Canada: Barriere-Hc, Cortate, Cort-Eze, Cortoderm Mild Ointment, Cortoderm Regular Ointment, Emo-Cort, Emo-Cort Scalp Solution, Hydrocortisone Cream, Novo-Hydrocort, Novo-Hydrocort Cream, Prevex Hc, Sarna Hc
Dosage forms
Cream
Classifications
Therapeutic: Corticosteroid, Weak; Pharmacologic: Hydrocortisone
Uses of This Medicine
Hydrocortisone probutate topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid).
This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Before Using This Medicine
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered: