Generic equivalent of Hydrocortisone Valerate
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Hydrocortisone valerate is the generic equivalent of the brand-name drug Hydrocortisone Valerate. Licensed pharmacies, clinics, doctor's offices, and veterinary practices can source wholesale Hydrocortisone valerate through Premier Pharma with same-day fulfillment on in-stock SKUs.
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Hydrocortisone valerate cream, 0.2% and hydrocortisone valerate ointment, 0.2% are medium potency corticosteroids indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic manifestations of corticosteroid responsive dermatoses in adult patients.
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY Like other topical corticosteroids, hydrocortisone valerate has anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. The mechanism of the anti-inflammatory activity of the topical steroids, in general, is unclear. However, corticosteroids are thought to act by the induction of phospholipase A 2 inhibitory proteins, collectively called lipocortins. It is postulated that these proteins control the biosynthesis of potent mediators of inflammation such as prostaglandins and leukotrienes by inhibiting the release of their common precursor arachidonic acid. Arachidonic acid is released from membrane phospholipids by phospholipase A 2 . Pharmacokinetics The extent…
CONTRAINDICATIONS Hydrocortisone valerate cream, 0.2% and hydrocortisone valerate ointment, 0.2% are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components of the preparations.
ADVERSE REACTIONS Hydrocortisone Valerate Cream, 0.2% The following local adverse reactions have been reported with topical corticosteroids, and they may occur more frequently with the use of occlusive dressings. These reactions are listed in an approximate decreasing order of occurrence: burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, maceration of the skin, secondary infection, skin at…
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Hydrocortisone valerate cream USP, 0.2% or hydrocortisone valerate ointment USP, 0.2% should be applied to the affected area as a thin film two or three times daily depending on the severity of the condition. As with other corticosteroids, therapy should be discontinued when control is achieved. If no improvement is seen within 2 weeks, reassessment of the diagnosis may be necessary. Hydrocortisone valerate cream USP, 0.2% or hydrocortisone valerate ointment USP, 0.2% s…
Information for Patients Patients using topical corticosteroids should receive the following information and instructions: This medication is to be used as directed by the physician. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. This medication should not be used for any disorder other than that for which it was prescribed. The treated skin area should not be bandaged, otherwise covered or wrapped, so as to be occlusive unless directed by the physician. Patients should report to their physician any signs of local adverse reactions. Hydrocortisone valerate cream, 0.2% or hydrocortis…
Source: FDA. For professional use only. Not a substitute for prescribing information.
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Hydrocortisone valerate carries an FDA Orange Book TE code of AB. Therapeutically equivalent — meets FDA bioequivalence requirements; may be substituted for the reference listed drug. Always verify substitution with the current Orange Book before dispensing.
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