Locoid
Locoid is a cortisone medicine that helps relieve itching, redness, and flaking of the skin caused by conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and outer ear infections.
Form
voide
Strength
0.1 %
Active Ingredient
Hydrocortisone butyrate
Manufacturer
Cheplapharm Arzneimittel GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
Apply a thin layer to the affected skin area 1-2 times a day. For outer ear infections, use the solution: 3-5 drops in the ear 3 times a day.
Method
Apply the medicine thinly and directly to the affected skin area. Wash your hands after applying the medicine.
Important
Do not use for more than 3-4 weeks. For infants, do not use for more than 7 days.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Hypersensitivity
- •Skin reactions like redness
- •Itching
- •Skin infections
- •Pain in the treated skin area
RARE
- •Skin thinning
- •Skin inflammation
- •Widening of small blood vessels in the skin
- •Stretch marks
- •Acne
- •Rash around the mouth
- •Loss of skin color
- •Symptoms getting worse after stopping treatment (rebound effect)
- •Blurred vision
- •Reduced adrenal gland function
Important Warnings
- Do not use Locoid if you are allergic to hydrocortisone-17-butyrate or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use Locoid as the only treatment for skin infections caused by bacteria, fungi, or viruses, acne, wounds, or outer ear infections if your eardrum is punctured, as it can hide or worsen these conditions.
- Avoid getting Locoid in your eyes.
- Wash your hands thoroughly after applying the medicine, unless you are treating your hands.
- Do not use Locoid under tight bandages or dressings that trap heat and moisture.
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- Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other eye problems.
- Avoid long-term continuous use, especially in children. For infants, treatment should not exceed 7 days, and use under 1 year of age is not recommended. Diapers can increase absorption.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Topical treatment: Suitable for older adults. (updated 11.9.2023)