Hydrocortisone Topical: What Should I Avoid While Using Hydrocortisone Topical

Hydrocortisone Topical
What is the most important information I should know about hydrocortisone topical?
What is hydrocortisone topical?
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using hydrocortisone topical?
How should I use hydrocortisone topical?
What happens if I miss a dose?
What happens if I overdose?
What should I avoid while using hydrocortisone topical?
What are the possible side effects of hydrocortisone topical?
What other drugs will affect hydrocortisone topical?
Where can I get more information?
What does my medication look like?

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What should I avoid while using hydrocortisone topical?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water. Do not use hydrocortisone topical on sunburned, windburned, irritated, or broken skin. Also avoid using this medication in open wounds.

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps or shampoos or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

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Last updated:	August 21, 2006

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