Locoid
Locoid is a medium-strength corticosteroid medicine that helps relieve itching, redness, and flaking caused by skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and outer ear infections.
Form
liuos iholle
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 to 2 times daily. For outer ear inflammation, use 3-5 drops in the ear 3 times daily for 7 days.
Method
Apply externally to the skin or into the ear.
Important
The maximum treatment duration is 3-4 weeks. For infants, treatment should not exceed 7 days.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Hypersensitivity (allergic reaction)
- •Skin redness
- •Itching
- •Skin infections
RARE
- •Skin thinning
- •Skin inflammation (dermatitis)
- •Widening of small blood vessels in the skin
- •Red spots on the skin (purpura)
- •Stretch marks
- •Acne
- •Rash around the mouth (perioral dermatitis)
- •Loss of skin color (pigmentation changes)
- •Worsening of symptoms after stopping treatment (rebound effect)
- •Adrenal gland suppression
- •Blurred vision
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to hydrocortisone-17-butyrate or any other ingredients in this medicine.
- Do not use as the only treatment for bacterial, fungal, or viral skin infections, acne, wounds, or outer ear inflammation if the eardrum is perforated, as these conditions might worsen or be masked.
- Avoid getting the medicine in your eyes.
- Wash your hands thoroughly after use, unless you are treating your hands.
- Avoid using under airtight bandages or dressings.
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- Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other vision problems.
- Avoid long-term continuous use, especially in children. For infants, treatment should not exceed 7 days, and use in children under 1 year is not recommended. Diapers can increase absorption in small children.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, think you might be pregnant, or 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)