Alcortin A

Name: Alcortin A

Alcortin A Overview

Alcortin A is a brand name medication included in the following groups of medications: Quinoline derivatives, Corticosteroids acting locally, Corticosteroids for local oral treatment, Antiinflammatory Corticosteroids, Corticosteroids, weak group I, Corticosteroids, weak, other combinations, Corticosteroids/antiinfectives/mydriatics in combination, Glucocorticoids. For more information about Alcortin A see its generics Diiodohydroxyquinoline, Hydrocortisone

Manufacturer

  • Primus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Alcortin A Drug Class

Alcortin A is part of the drug classes:

  • Quinoline derivatives

  • Corticosteroids acting locally

  • Corticosteroids for local oral treatment

  • Antiinflammatory Corticosteroids

  • Corticosteroids, weak group I

  • Corticosteroids, weak, other combinations

  • Corticosteroids/antiinfectives/mydriatics in combination

  • Glucocorticoids

Uses of Alcortin A

  • It is used to treat skin irritation.
  • It is used to treat skin infections.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Alcortin A?

  • Tell all of your health care providers that you take Alcortin A. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
  • This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this medicine.
  • This medicine may stain fingernails, hair, and skin.
  • Protect clothing and fabrics from staining.
  • Talk with your doctor before you use other drugs or products on your skin.
  • Do not put on cuts, scrapes, or damaged skin.
  • Use care when using on a large part of the skin. Talk with the doctor.
  • Do not use longer than you have been told. A second infection may happen.
  • Do not use to treat diaper rash or redness. Avoid putting Alcortin A in the diaper area.
  • Do not give this medicine to an infant.
  • Use with care in children. Talk with the doctor.
  • This medicine may affect growth in children and teens in some cases. They may need regular growth checks. Talk with the doctor.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Alcortin A while you are pregnant.
  • Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

What are some other side effects of Alcortin A?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

  • Burning.
  • Dry skin.
  • Itching.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer

  • If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
  • Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
  • Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.
  • Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.
  • Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Alcortin A, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
  • If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Alcortin A. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Alcortin A (iodoquinol and hydrocortisone gel).

Review Date: October 4, 2017

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