HcBest Cream
tube of 20.0 gm Cream
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Hydrocortisone (1% w/w) |
| Manufacturer: | Glasier Wellness Inc |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
HcBest Cream is a topical steroid used for treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory skin disorders such as eczema. HcBest Cream is a topical steroid used for treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory skin disorders such as eczema. It prevents the release of substances that cause inflammation and provides relief from swelling, redness, and itching in the affected area.
HcBest Cream is a steroid medicine which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.
Can HcBest Cream be used on the face?
No, HcBest Cream should not be used on the face. In addition to this, HcBest Cream should not be used on the armpits, groin, or if there is atrophy (wasting away of tissues) at the treatment site. In specific circumstances, it may be exceptionally considered for use by a physician after consultation with your doctor and only when applied in limited quantities for no more than 5 days.
Can HcBest Cream be used in infections?
HcBest Cream is not an antimicrobial or antifungal agent, it is a corticosteroid medication. It should not be used in infections as being a corticosteroid it suppresses the immune system and increases the risk of infections. Bacterial infections are prone to worsen if the infection is covered with a dressing after using HcBest Cream. If inflammatory lesions get infected or there is any spread of infection, consult your doctor immediately. The doctor will withdraw the use of HcBest Cream and provide appropriate antimicrobial therapy.
How to use HcBest Cream?
Before using HcBest Cream, clean and dry the affected area thoroughly. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If HcBest Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Can I stop taking HcBest Cream when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking HcBest Cream and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before your treatment is complete. Stopping HcBest Cream before your treatment is completed can bring back your symptoms of skin.
What are the precautions that need to be taken while using HcBest Cream?
HcBest Cream should not be used on the face. Do not use the medication for longer periods of time than you have been advised. Do not apply a bandage or dressing to the area being treated, as this will increase absorption of the preparation and increase the risk of side effects. This medicine should only be used when advised by your doctor and never given to other people even if their condition appears to be the same.
Who should not use HcBest Cream?
HcBest Cream should not be used in people who are allergic to HcBest Cream or any of its ingredients. It should also be avoided if a person has any kind of skin infection, eye infections, etc. It is important to inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a baby, or breastfeeding to avoid any harm to your baby.
What should I do if I forget to use HcBest Cream?
If you forget to use HcBest Cream, do not worry and continue using HcBest Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying unless hands are the affected area.
- HcBest Cream is used to treat the redness
- swelling
- itching
- and discomfort of eczema.
- It should be applied to the affected areas as a thin film two or three times daily or as advised by your doctor.
- Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- If you think the area of skin you are treating has become infected you should stop using HcBest Cream and consult your doctor.
- Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2 weeks of treatment.
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Breastfeed
HcBest Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
HcBest Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
