Topical steroids:

Indications for: CORDRAN OINTMENT

Corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses.

Adults and Children:

Apply thin film to affected areas 2–3 times daily; discontinue when control is achieved. Do not occlude.

CORDRAN OINTMENT Contraindications:

Tape: Serum-exuding lesions. Intertrigo.

CORDRAN OINTMENT Warnings/Precautions:

Avoid use near eyes, on face, groin, or axillae. Do not use for diaper dermatitis or on pre-existing skin atrophy. Avoid tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants. Risk of HPA axis suppression with high-potency steroids, prolonged use, application to large surface area, use of occlusive dressings, altered skin barrier, liver failure, young age; discontinue gradually, or reduce dose or potency if occurs. Treat infection if present; discontinue if infection persists or worsens. Use lowest effective dose and potency (esp. in children). Reevaluate periodically. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.

See Also:

CORDRAN OINTMENT Classification:

Corticosteroid.

Adverse Reactions:

Burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, acneiform eruptions, hypopigmentation, perioral dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, skin maceration, secondary infections, skin atrophy, striae, miliaria; HPA axis suppression (esp. in children).

Metabolism:

Hepatic.

Drug Elimination:

Renal.

How Supplied:

Oint 0.05%—60g, 120g; Lotion—15mL, 60mL, 120mL; Tape (roll) 3in x 24in, 3in x 80in—1