- Somebody Help me please.. 4th April 2004
... use an eye redness use an eye redness reliever or hydrocortisone . Hermorrhoid cream also works
dab on calamine...
- Please Please Please Help!!! 25th March 2004
... was gone! The stuff I used was vaseline based, with hydrocortisone (sp?) in it. I would avoid any of the white creamy ... painful to apply.) Look for one that is clear, and has hydrocortisone - which helps with burns - and don't apply it too...
- HUGE pimple about to form! Help! 23rd March 2004
... or anti-inflammatory like voltaren. Or if you have hydrocortisone cream, put that on (generally used for echezma). These...
- Shorterm antibiotic therapy 16th February 2004
... need it. When I do have to treat a cyst, I do it with Hydrocortisone cream, Queen Helen's, and Ibuprofen. The last three...
... need it. When I do have to treat a cyst, I do it with Hydrocortisone cream, Queen Helen's, and Ibuprofen. The last three...
- Cyst forming on forehead, please help 8th February 2004
... Any advice.
Try hot water compresses followed by hydrocortisone cream then bp 20 minutes later and leave alone until...
- I did a stupid thing... 19th January 2004
... are using cortisone cream so I am assuming you meant Hydrocortisone cream. Well I hope you mean that because it is Class...
- Treating inflammation? 19th January 2004
... Whats the best way to make a spot smaller? Is Hydrocortisone cream safe to use on individual spots? and does it...
- Is there anything I can do for this pimple?? 10th January 2004
... future hehe :)
and for that big pimple, you try hydrocortisone cream (cortaid or something) and taking some advil...
- Acne cured? 30th December 2003
... oil and that made me greasy. Right now I use Alveno hydrocortisone as a moisturizer (over the counter) but, you have...
- What does applying Cortisone over a zit do??? 25th December 2003
... rid of my back acne. Of course using cortisone or hydrocortisone too long will thin your skin. So use wisely and especially...
- need help to reduce the size of a spot 14th December 2003
... ibuprofen and applying benzoylperoxide cream followed by hydrocortisone cream.usually this greatly reduces the size of a spot...
- need advice for skin toning/fixing possible discoloration and scars 10th December 2003
... In case you didn't read my other posts, I'm using hydrocortisone cream along with cetaphil daily moisturizer/sunscreen...
... suggestions, but I really just wanted to tell you about how hydrocortisone cream will be really bad for your skin in the long...
... I agree with Siren.
Sufferings do not use the hydrocortisone cream for longer than a period of 7 days. It is a...
... this, it turned out to be worse than before. I used hydrocortisone for a while to help with inflammation and redness ... most of those symtoms are gone you should stop using hydrocortisone , it can sometimes cause unusual discoloration after...
- 3 months of hell 9th December 2003
... matologists. in any case heres my treatment plan - 1. apply hydrocortisone valerate cream USP, 0.2% 2 daily. I should only wash ... should apply Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer OVER the hydrocortisone cream. This should be done for like 1-2 weeks until...
- Bringing down swelling fast-- Hemorhoid cream for your face? Who else has tried this? 5th December 2003
... As for me and my little sister, we've both tried Hydrocortisone cream on our faces and it works so well. Not only...
... I've heard that you shouldn't use Hydrocortisone on your face for prolonged periods. Anybody else...
... and the pharmacist used to warn people against using hydrocortisone cream on the face because it thins out the skin after...
- DeeDeeWith3 6th November 2003
... worsens the situation. I wash w/ Cetaphil, BP and Hydrocortisone on the spots, and Essence C Lite Moisturizer. My derm...
- bumps going away 5th November 2003
... feels smoother. I've tried tea tree oil, retin-A, hydrocortisone , and benzoyl peroxide to tame the flare ups but they...
- Back acne-Wedding in 3 weeks..HELP 2nd November 2003
... up. Stress brings on acne you know, try to relax. Hydrocortisone cream will reduce redness, and have you tried retin...
- Your Opinions Please? 4th April 2003
... You can apply hydrocortisone cream to the bump only, but don't do it too often...
- Seborrheic Dermatitis 3rd April 2003
... i am using Daktacourt Cream which is a mixture of Hydrocortisone and Micanozole thats a steroid and an antifungal i ... in a bit of benzoyl peroxide cream to prevent the hydrocortisone from breaking me out.
I also have to take an antihistamine...
- SHARP PIN TO BUST?? 1st April 2003
... half reduce the size of the spot,also if you have any hydrocortisone apply it to the spot,but not to the centre of the...
- How to get rid of the large cysts...in your derm's office. 13th March 2003
... Howdy.....I have topical store bought hydrocortisone cream. Why this and not benzoyl peroxide? What does...
- Remedies for redness 4th March 2003
... this very often, but as a last resort you can put hydrocortisone cream on them. It will clear them up quickly, but...
- popped pimple... but now really red 3rd March 2003
... Agree with TimDream - do not use hydrocortisone to often or you will cause permanent damage. You...
- retin a-micro 9th February 2003
... Don't use hydrocortisone for long term treatment. It thins your skin. Which...
- Acne and Shaving (Males) 30th January 2003
... like to be prescribed Vytone Cream ( Iodoquinol / Hydrocortisone Cream )
It has really been helpful when I get facial...
- aveeno hydrocotisone?? how come it says cosmetics, NOT TO APPLY TO FACE?????? 27th January 2003
... You can use hydrocortisone but you can't use it for extended periods of time...
- if big bump comes to head, do I pop it? if not where will the stuff go will it get? 24th January 2003
... even that hydrocortisone cream sold at savon which is for a rash?...
- cortisone cream? 19th January 2003
... If your talking about hydrocortisone cream, yes it will help a little with the inflamation...
- What is hydro cortisone cream? 16th January 2003
... Be very careful with hydrocortisone used on your face because the skin is thinner and...
... My aestician (sp?!) gave me a little jar of hydrocortisone and aloe vera mixed together. It is very soothing...
- On 5mg Cortef 4x daily, help with med scheduling please. 21st March 2008
... me I need to start Cortisol support by taking 5 mg hydrocortisone 4xdaily. I was also told it will take some tweeking...
- A list of Adrenal Fatigue Symptoms (Not Addisons) 18th March 2008
... which one comes before the other. I get to start hydrocortisone tablets tomorrow.
I had a slew of other tests today...
- Really worried about trembling body 15th March 2008
... addisons disease just over a year ago. I take 20mg of hydrocortisone a day. My problem is that I am constantly shaking...
- I am starting down the Adrenal insufficieny diagnosis road.. please help. 5th March 2008
... So I get to start the art of balancing and popping hydrocortisone pills 4x a day tomorrow. I will be keeping up with...
- cushingoid or cushings syndrome 10th February 2008
... 10mg of dexamethasone is equavalent to 266.67mg of hydrocortisone . I have no adrenals at all, and my daily replacement...
- Concerned about long term steroid usage 17th January 2008
... basically keeps the body bathed in steroids way more than hydrocortisone which is shorter acting. 5mg pred is thankfully only ... 20mg hydrocortisone , and that is an average dose.
Long story short, you ... an endo who will help you transition from pred to hydrocortisone which is easier on the bones. Don't get on dex - that...
- Help...Help...Please 13th December 2007
... is the best doctor to do the stimulation test.
Hydrocortisone will support the adrenals in time of stress. This...
- Should AM Cortisol Level be a lot higher than PM level? 7th December 2007
... Bugsmom,
Is your doctor an endocrinologist? 80 mg of hydrocortisone is a LOT. A normal dosage of hydrocortisone (Cortef...
- Daughter back to testing for Addisons, any advice? 6th December 2007
... ask what meds you are taking? My doctor suggested hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone for me but I requested a second...
- Adrenal vs. Thyroid Management? 17th November 2007
... adrenals (cortisol) are too low? I'm on a pretty high hydrocortisone replacement already (45mg/day), and although I don...
... can't really tell if I'm too low thyroid or too low hydrocortisone ... yes, the symptoms seem to overlap. I'm just looking...
- unrefreshing sleep 17th November 2007
... bottom 5th percentile, she said) and started me up on Hydrocortisone . About that time I also added a slew of sleep aids...
... couple of follow-up notes:
I take my cortisol ( Hydrocortisone ) 30mg at breakfast, 10mg at lunch and 5mg at suppertime...
... bottom 5th percentile, she said) and started me up on Hydrocortisone . About that time I also added a slew of sleep aids...
- Advice needed please 27th October 2007
... discussed this fact. She prescribed a maintenance dose of Hydrocortisone and Fludrocortisone for a month and said if that made...
- hisweetpea 22nd October 2007
... I was put on hydrocortisone 3 times dly and have been on it for a mth. now, after...
... with specifics, but I'll relate that when I was on hydrocortisone 35mg daily (25@AM,10@Noon) last summer and my Dr wanted...
... [QUOTE=hisweetpea;3270729]I was put on hydrocortisone 3 times dly and have been on it for a mth. now, after ... stimulation test? Thanks for your advice!
How much hydrocortisone 3x daily? It does seem strange he would put you on ... hydrocortisone for a month and then expect a stimulation test to...
... [QUOTE=orion;3270859]How much hydrocortisone 3x daily? It does seem strange he would put you on ... hydrocortisone for a month and then expect a stimulation test to...
... At those high levels its no wonder you feel great; hydrocortisone is known to do that. But unfortunately there is a...
... adrenal response but it will be blunted due to taking hydrocortisone . I don't know what the correct interpretation of...
- I think I'm developing Addison's... Do you? 19th October 2007
... low and my PCP agreed to let me try a small dose of Hydrocortisone Tablets (20 mg a day but i divide it into 4's). Those...
- diet? 9th October 2007
... with AD have similar sugar control issues. i use hydrocortisone 3 times a day topically because my stomach lining...
- Do you think my dr. was right? 23rd September 2007
... you have the wrong diagnosis?
Not everyone taking hydrocortisone gains weight; there are many variables....
- Newly Diagnosed - Need Help with Dosing 16th September 2007
... I started this year with. My endo put me on 15 mg hydrocortisone in the AM, 10 mg hydrocortisone in the late afternoon...
- Hints for Maximizing Well Being with Addisons & Hashimotos 8th September 2007
... specific suggestions to lessen symptoms. I currently take Hydrocortisone and Thyroid replacement only.
Can I trouble repliers...
- Switching from Cortef to generic hydrocortisone. 7th September 2007
... question. I asked my MD to change me from compounded hydrocortisone to generic (CVS) a couple of months ago, also because...
... of the cost my doctor said, I could try the generic hydrocortisone . I am now wondering if this was not a good decision ... stomach and been dizzy. In the morning I take 20mg hydrocortisone , .2mg Florinef and at dinner 10mg hydrocortisone. ... If you have switched from Cortef to hydrocortisone , have you had any problems? Did your dose have to...
- Need help w/ hydrocortisone (cortef) dosing for adrenal insufficiency/ addison's 3rd September 2007
... cortisol replacement?
Anyone else have advice on hydrocortisone dosing schedules?
I read some take:
10mg in the...
- I am new to addisons and know nothing about it when do meds help? 16th August 2007
... they started me off on intramuscular injections of hydrocortisone , and the next day i started taking prednisone and...
- Plastic Surgery? 8th August 2007
... Addison's four years ago. Since that time, with 30 mg of hydrocortisone per day, I've been pretty healthy. Before that, I...
- do you have Addison's & Hashimoto's 6th August 2007
... prior to commencing thyroid supplements and ensure Hydrocortisone dosages are in the appropriate range for your needs...
- does taking cortisol lead to cushings 5th August 2007
... are, you could effect your bones.
Also, cortef and hydrocortisone effect your bones less than some of the other longer...
- Adrenal Fatigue?? 7th June 2007
... problems also. Will your naturopath RX you low-dose hydrocortisone to give you any relief? I won't go into my long health ... they also include other tests). I am taking 10mg hydrocortisone when I get up and another 5mg by noon. This is helping...
... ibromyalgia, since my symptoms have been relieved by taking hydrocortisone . Granted it hasn't helped completely, but some. ...
- I have recently been diagnosed with Addisons 31st May 2007
... much worst. I am down to 96lbs. I just started taking hydrocortisone 15mg in the morning and 10mg at night.I threw up the...
- Night sweats or hand tremors? 31st May 2007
... with the ACTH stimulation test. I've been on oral hydrocortisone for about a month and a half and I'm feeling MUCH...
... with the ACTH stimulation test. I've been on oral hydrocortisone for about a month and a half and I'm feeling MUCH...
... affects the adrenals themselves, no?
I'm taking 15 mg hydrocortisone a day (10 mg upon waking, 5 mg at 4:00). My endocrinologis...
... affects the adrenals themselves, no?
I'm taking 15 mg hydrocortisone a day (10 mg upon waking, 5 mg at 4:00). My endocrinologis...
... affects the adrenals themselves, no?
I'm taking 15 mg hydrocortisone a day (10 mg upon waking, 5 mg at 4:00). My endocrinologis...
- Naomi 28th May 2007
... problems and ended up having a big reaction to the hydrocortisone (was fine for the 1st few injections) but came out...
- Feeling Really Sick-help! 20th May 2007
... dose. I am also taking a total of 22.5 mg mix of hydrocortisone and cortef per day.
I tried raising my thyroid...
... dose. I am also taking a total of 22.5 mg mix of hydrocortisone and cortef per day.
I tried raising my thyroid...
... with adrenal fatigue and the Dr. put me on 5mlgs. of hydrocortisone everyday and DHEA-PROG.. I thought I was feeling better...
- hydrocotisone not working ad insuff 11th May 2007
...
i don't know what to do. they are stopping the hydrocortisone and said it may have been caused by a short course...
- Doctor says recent studies say 20-30mg of cortef is too much. 29th April 2007
... and neither he nor anyone knows the right dosage of hydrocortisone . Endocrinology is one of the most underfunded areas...
... the hospital for 5 days and they gave me 200mg of hydrocortisone per day. I felt more amazing than I ever remembered...
- adrenal insufficiency help!!! 28th April 2007
... before i see my endo. the local er have given me iv hydrocortisone several times due to supposed drug reactions but they...
- Question for Hormone Man and Gettin Better or anyone else who takes cortef 21st April 2007
... that feels. I assume your doctor has given you extra hydrocortisone in case you need to up your meds for high fever and...
- Flu or another problem? 13th April 2007
... s but am still sick. Needed to go to the ER for a hydrocortisone shot after vomiting and diarrhea. How can I tell if...
- Addison's and Puberty 11th April 2007
... years before puberty starts. Assuming he is taking hydrocortisone , he also will not make any DHEA. Perhaps this hormone...
- prednisone or hydrocortison? Help! I am soooo confused!! 9th April 2007
... what ever is more natural so I am interested in the hydrocortisone , but I need the antiinflamatory also.... BUT now I ... fatigue.
I called the pharmacy and was told that hydrocortisone comes in 5,10 &20 mg. tabs... but I recall reading...
- Test for cortisol??... which one is best? 4th April 2007
... adrenal department (Cortef, compounded slow-release hydrocortisone , IsoCort, licorice extract) that gave more help than...
- secondary adrenal insufficency 21st March 2007
... output due to longterm prednisolone use for asthma.on hydrocortisone replacement therapy 30 mgs daily split into 2 doses...
- Missing Something? 4th March 2007
... half life 30 minutes) are you? If you are actually on Hydrocortisone , it may not be lasting long enough in your body. ...
... Thanks Hormoneman!
Yes, Hydrocortisone , compounded. I knew it had a relatively short half...
- Serum ACTH query 1st March 2007
... everything.... at least he is insisting I need IV hydrocortisone when I deliver but he does not seemed to be too clued...
- Addison's & Celiac's disease, together? 22nd February 2007
... told that none of the medicines i take for addison's ( hydrocortisone , fludrocortisone) do not contain gluten. the way i...
- ACTH test results and treatment ? 14th February 2007
... now? In my opinion, your son should be tried on 30 Hydrocortisone for his AI (ask for serum acth to be done first) and...
- Adrenal Fatigue insomnia 24th January 2007
... replace the deficiency. Cortisol is replaced using hydrocortisone (Cortef), prednisone or cortisone. Fludrocortisone...
- Former Cushing's, now addisonian state 23rd January 2007
... symptoms. Right after surgery I was placed on high hydrocortisone replacement (8mg dexamethasone) for three days and...
