Hydrocortisone Cream

Question 1

What medicine group is HC part of?

Answer 1

Topical corticosteroids

Question 2

What route can HC be administered?

Answer 2

Topical

Question 3

What are the indications of HC?

Answer 3

Mild inflammatory skin disorders (eczema, contact dermatitis, insect stings)
It suppresses symptoms rather than cures meaning a rebound exacerbation can occur after discontinuation.
Used when emollients are ineffective.

Question 4

Side effects of HC?

Answer 4

Spread and worsening of untreated infection.
Thinning of skin.
Contact and perorial dermatitis
Acne

Question 5

What are the indications and cautions of HC?

Answer 5

Do not use on untreated bacterial, fungal or viral skin lesions.
Do not use in acne, rosacea and periorial dermatitis.
Use with caution in psoriasis.

Question 6

What are the nursing implications for HC?

Answer 6

Assess improvement and deterioration of skin and observe for infection.