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Scalacort

Generic of Cortef, Cortenema, Anusol-Hc, Ala-Scalp Hp, Aquanil Hc, Preparation H, Proctocort

What is Scalacort used for?

This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions. This medication is a mild corticosteroid.

CHEMICAL NAME

Hydrocortisone (HYE-droe-KOR-ti-sone)

DRUG TYPE

Skin Conditions

Scalacort Prices

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Scalacort Frequently Asked Questions

Before using hydrocortisone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other corticosteroids (such as prednisone, triamcinolone); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

If you have any health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

If you have itching of the outer female genitals with vaginal discharge, consult your doctor before using this product.

Do not use if there is an infection or sore in the area to be treated. Skin infections can become worse when this medication is used. Tell your doctor promptly if redness, swelling, or irritation does not improve.

Children may be more sensitive to the effects of too much corticosteroid medication. Consult your doctor for more details.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk when applied to the skin. Similar medications pass into breast milk when taken by mouth. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Scalacort Dosage and Form Information

Lotion

Scalacort Alternatives

Brand Name Examples

Cortef

Tablet, 5 Mg , 30 Tablets

Prices starting at

$ 36.36

Cortenema

Squeez Btl (60.0mg Enema), 60.0 Ml Of 100mg/60ml , 1 Squeez Btl

Prices starting at

$ 31.95

Anusol-Hc

Tube (30.0 Cream With Perineal Applicator), 2.5 % , 1 Tube

Other Anusol-Hc forms and strengths:

Suppository Rectal

Anusol-Hc 25 Mg Suppository Rectal

Cream With Perineal Applicator

Anusol-Hc 2.5 % Cream With Perineal Applicator

Prices starting at

$ 200.56

Ala-Scalp Hp

Lotion, 2% (Package Of 29.6 Ml) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 513.50

Aquanil Hc

Lotion, 1% (Package Of 120.0 Ml) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 19.29

Preparation H

Cream, 1% (Package Of 26.0 Gram) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 14.05

Proctocort

Cream, 1% (Package Of 28.4 Gram) , 1 Package

Other Proctocort forms and strengths:

Suppository Rectal

Proctocort 30 Mg Suppository Rectal

Cream

Proctocort 1 % Cream

Prices starting at

$ 684.66

Generic Examples

Proctosol-Hc

Tube (28.35 Cream With Perineal Applicator), 2.5 % , 1 Tube

Prices starting at

$ 11.66

Aquaphor Itch Relief

Ointment, 1% (Package Of 28.0 Gram) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 9.70

Itch Relief

Ointment, 1% (Package Of 28.4 Gram) , 1 Package

Other Itch Relief forms and strengths:

Ointment

Itch Relief 1 % Ointment

Cream

Itch Relief 1 % Cream

Prices starting at

$ 9.61

Proctozone-Hc

Tube (30.0 Cream With Perineal Applicator), 2.5 % , 1 Tube

Prices starting at

$ 11.86

Beta Hc

Lotion, 1% (Package Of 60.0 Ml) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 11.40

Cortisone

Cream, 1% (Package Of 28.4 Gram) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 9.16

Dermarest Eczema

Lotion, 1% (Package Of 118.0 Ml) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 13.83

Hydrocortisone

Cream, 1% (Package Of 28.0 Gram) , 1 Package

Other Hydrocortisone forms and strengths:

Tablet

Hydrocortisone 5 Mg Tablet

Hydrocortisone 10 Mg Tablet

Hydrocortisone 20 Mg Tablet

Enema

Hydrocortisone 100Mg/60Ml Enema

Ointment

Hydrocortisone 0.5 % Ointment

Hydrocortisone 1 % Ointment

Hydrocortisone 2.5 % Ointment

Cream With Perineal Applicator

Hydrocortisone 1 % Cream With Perineal Applicator

Hydrocortisone 2.5 % Cream With Perineal Applicator

Cream

Hydrocortisone 0.5 % Cream

Hydrocortisone 1 % Cream

Hydrocortisone 2.5 % Cream

Lotion

Hydrocortisone 1 % Lotion

Hydrocortisone 2 % Lotion

Hydrocortisone 2.5 % Lotion

Solution Non-Oral

Hydrocortisone 2.5 % Solution Non-Oral

Prices starting at

$ 2.79

Cortizone

Cream, 1% (Package Of 28.0 Gram) , 1 Package

Other Cortizone forms and strengths:

Cream

Cortizone 1 % Cream

Ointment

Cortizone 1 % Ointment

Prices starting at

$ 9.15

Hydrocream Base

Cream, 1% (Package Of 28.4 Gram) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 8.68

Monistat Care

Cream, 1% (Package Of 28.0 Gram) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 9.15

Anti-Itch

Cream, 1% (Package Of 28.0 Gram) , 1 Package

Other Anti-Itch forms and strengths:

Cream

Anti-Itch 1 % Cream

Ointment

Anti-Itch 1 % Ointment

Prices starting at

$ 9.15

Ala-Cort

Cream, 1% (Package Of 28.4 Gram) , 1 Package

Prices starting at

$ 9.16

Procto-Med Hc

Tube (28.0 Cream With Perineal Applicator), 2.5 % , 1 Tube

Prices starting at

$ 11.62

Noble Formula Hc

Jar (120.0 Gram Of Cream), 120.0 Gram Of 1 % , 1 Jar

Prices starting at

$ 12.27