Locoid cream (Hydrocortisone butyrate)

Information about Locoid Cream (Hydrocortisone Butyrate)

Locoid cream (hydrocortisone butyrate) is a topical corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation and relieve symptoms related to various skin conditions. It functions by suppressing the immune response and lowering inflammation.

Product Highlights

• Hydrocortisone butyrate exerts anti-inflammatory, antipruritic, and vasoconstrictive effects, helping to reduce redness, itching, and swelling.
• Management of inflammatory skin conditions, such as atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, and seborrheic dermatitis.
• Helps manage symptoms associated with psoriasis.
• Offers relief from the inflammatory symptoms associated with eczema.

Key Ingredient

• Hydrocortisone Butyrate

Key Benefits

• Significantly reduces swelling and redness in the affected areas.
• Alleviates itching and discomfort related to skin conditions.
• Targets specific areas, minimizing systemic effects common with oral corticosteroids.

Direction of Use

• Apply a thin layer to the affected area once or twice a day, or as instructed by a healthcare provider.
• Lightly massage the cream into the skin until it is fully absorbed.

Safety Concerns

• May involve local irritation, burning, or stinging at the site of application.
• Prolonged use can lead to skin thinning, stretch marks, and systemic absorption, particularly with occlusive dressings.

Avoid Locoid Cream (Hydrocortisone Butyrate) If

• You are allergic to hydrocortisone butyrate or any of its components.
• You have untreated bacterial, viral, or fungal skin infections.
• Avoid applying to open wounds or compromised skin.
• Consult a healthcare provider if pregnant or breastfeeding, as safety in these populations has not been fully established.