Cortisol Cream: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cortisol Cream Information

Cortisol Cream is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Psoriasis, Eczema, Dermatitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Cortisol Cream have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Cortisol Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cortisol Cream as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cortisol Cream are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Cortisol Cream's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Cortisol Cream has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cortisol Cream related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Cortisol Cream are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Cortisol Cream have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cortisol Cream is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Cortisol Cream Benefits & Uses
Cortisol Cream Dosage & How to Take
Cortisol Cream Side Effects
Cortisol Cream Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cortisol Cream with Other Drugs
Cortisol Cream Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cortisol Cream
Cortisol Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cortisol Cream Benefits & Uses

Cortisol Cream is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Eczema (Read More - Natural remedies for eczema)
Dermatitis

Other Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Lichen Planus
Ichthyosis
Skin Warts (Read More - Home remedies for warts)
Bed Sores

Cortisol Cream Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Cortisol Cream Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cortisol Cream is used -

Moderate

Erythema

Mild

Itching or burning
Dry Skin
Infection
Rash
Headache
Hair Loss

Cortisol Cream Related Warnings

Is the use of Cortisol Cream safe for pregnant women?

Cortisol Cream can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Cortisol Cream, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Cortisol Cream safe during breastfeeding?

Cortisol Cream may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Cortisol Cream on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Cortisol Cream on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cortisol Cream on the Liver?

Cortisol Cream is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Cortisol Cream on the Heart?

Using Cortisol Cream does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Cortisol Cream with Other Drugs

Cortisol Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Deferasirox

Mild

Acarbose

Cortisol Cream Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cortisol Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Cushing's Syndrome
Diabetes
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Cortisol Cream

Is this Cortisol Cream habit forming or addictive?

Cortisol Cream is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Cortisol Cream since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cortisol Cream only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Cortisol Cream for mental disorders.

No

Cortisol Cream Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cortisol Cream

There is no information on the effects of taking Cortisol Cream with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cortisol Cream

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cortisol Cream with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cortisol Cream

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Cortisol Cream for poison ivy?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Cortisol Cream may be used for contact dermatitis caused by poison ivy because it can provide relief from swelling, itching, and redness.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Cortisol Cream?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Cortisol Cream is used for the short-term treatment up to 2 weeks and if required then maximum up to 4 weeks. You are advised to use it as directed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine longer than prescribed by your doctor to avoid the unpleasant side effect.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Cortisol Cream work?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Cortisol Cream contains clobetasol which is presumed to work by promoting the induction of inhibitory proteins (lipocortins) in the body. Lipocortins prevents the release of arachidonic acid which causes synthesis and release of certain chemicals such as histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins that causes inflammation. In this way Cortisol Cream prevents the skin inflammation which provides relief to the patient from rash, itching, and redness.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cortisol Cream be used for ringworm?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Cortisol Cream alone should not be used for ringworm because it is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum and Cortisol Cream is not an antifungal agent and it is not effective against fungi. Hence Cortisol Cream should not be used for the treatment of ringworm. For the treatment of ringworm, you can use a combination of Cortisol Cream and antifungal drugs such as miconazole and fluconazole.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cortisol Cream cause hair loss?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cortisol Cream might cause hair loss (alopecia). It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause behind hair loss is unknown. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair solution such as minoxidil.