| Brand Name: |
Pimafucort Cream |
| Generic Name: |
Hydrocortisone/Neomycin Sulfate |
| Form: |
Cream |
| Manufacturer: |
CSL |
What is Pimafucort Cream?
Pimafucort Cream is a corticosteroid cream used to treat the symptoms of a wide range of skin conditions. It helps the patient alleviate symptoms such as itchy skin, sore skin, swelling, and red skin. Other effects of the cream include the suppression of inflammation and fungal infections of skin.
How is Pimafucort Cream used?
Pimafucort Cream should only be used as instructed and prescribed by your physician or pharmacist. Do not alter your dosage unless specifically instructed to do so by either of the above. Dosage and usage often depends on the severity of the condition, as well as the patients medical history and current health condition.
Patients should clean and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the cream directly to the affected area, and rubbing it gently into the skin. Your physician may instruct you to use this medication up to 4 times a day, depending on the severity of the condition being treated. As prolonged usage of this cream is not recommended, patients are advised not to use it for any longer than prescribed.
Adverse effects
Some side effects which have occurred as a result of using Pimafucort Cream include:
- Skin Irritation
- Acne
- Skin rash
- Hives
- Swelling
- Edema (water retention)
- Stretch mark formation
- Loss of pigmentation
If any of side effects persist or worsen, or you notice bleeding at the where you have applied the cream, consult your physician immediately.
Warnings
Immediately proceed to your nearest emergency department if you suffer an allergic reaction. Symptoms usually associated with such a reaction include difficulty breathing or swallowing, chest tightness, swelling, skin rashes, and hives.
Pimafucort Cream is not always suitable for all patients. Always consult your health care provider prior to using this medication if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to conceive, using any other medication (prescription or non-prescription), using any herbal products or supplements, or if you have any allergies or other health problems.
The correct dosage and prescription commonly depend on the patient and the condition being treated. Do not adjust your dosage without the approval of your health care provider. This product is only for use as prescribed and instructed. |
