Crotorax HC Cream (Hydrocortisone 0.25% / Crotamiton 10%)

Crotorax HC Cream

Crotorax HC Cream contains Hydrocortisone and Crotamiton as the active ingredients. This cream controls scabies infection and reduces the symptoms of excessive itching. Skin irritation, rashes may be seen as side effects of this cream. If side effects bother you or your condition doesn’t improve after using Crotorax HC, inform your doctor.

Uses of Crotorax Hc Cream 10gm

For the treatment of scabies infestation (itching on the skin mostly involving the entire body due to scabies mite).

Contraindications of Crotorax Hc Cream 10gm

If you are allergic to Crotamiton, Hydrocortisone or any other component of Crotorax HC Cream.
If you have bacterial, fungal or viral infections of the skin.
If you have a skin ulcer, open wound or pus discharge from the skin.

Side effects of Crotorax Hc Cream 10gm

Application site reactions such as skin irritation, rashes.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You have an infection of the skin.
You are taking steroid medicine as oral tablets or injection for any other condition.
You experience worsening of symptoms after using this cream.
This cream is for external use only.
Do not use it around eyes or mouth (in and around the mouth).
Avoid using in children below 10 years without medical supervision.
Do not go near flames after applying this cream at it may catch fire easily.
Do not use this cream with an occlusive dressing.

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Mode of Action of Crotorax Hc Cream 10gm

How Does It Work?
Crotorax HC Cream contains a combination of Crotamiton and Hydrocortisone. Crotamiton is an antiparasitic medicine that kills scabies mite by an unknown mechanism and reduces the itching on the skin by its cooling effect.
Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine which reduces the redness, itching and swelling (inflammation) of skin. Together, both these components of this cream provide relief in the symptoms of scabies.

Directions for Use of Crotorax Hc Cream 10gm

Use Crotorax HC Cream as directed by your doctor.
For external use only. Apply it on a healthy skin surface, free from cuts and wounds.
Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
In case your eyes come in contact with this medicine, rinse your eyes with clean water immediately.

Interactions of Crotorax Hc Cream 10gm

Interactions with other medicines
Since Crotorax HC Cream is to be used externally on the skin, it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.

Storage and disposal of Crotorax Hc Cream 10gm

Store Crotorax HC Cream below 25°C, in a cool and dry place.
Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Discard any unused medicine.

Dosage of Crotorax Hc Cream 10gm

Overdose
As Crotorax HC Cream is meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have applied extra quantities of it, wipe the out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed applying Crotorax HC Cream, apply it as soon as possible. Do not over-apply this medicine to compensate for the missed application.