Anusol Hc (Hydrocortisone Cream) - updated on RxList
(Source: RxList - New and Updated Drug Monographs)
Source: RxList - New and Updated Drug Monographs - July 28, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news
Hydrocortisone as an Intervention for Dexamethasone-Induced Adverse Effects in Pediatric Patients With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Results of a Double-Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial
The results of this study suggest that adding a physiologic dose of hydrocortisone to dexamethasone treatment can reduce the occurrence of serious neuropsychological adverse effects and sleep-related difficulties in paediatric patients with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. (Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH))
Source: Current Awareness Service for Health (CASH) - July 27, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Cortef (Hydrocortisone Tablet) - updated on RxList
(Source: RxList - New and Updated Drug Monographs)
Source: RxList - New and Updated Drug Monographs - July 14, 2016 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news
6 Dermatologist-Approved Ways To Soothe And Heal A Sunburn
6 Dermatologist-Approved Ways to Soothe and Heal a Sunburn
June 10, 2016
by Annalise Mantz for Thrive Market
San Diego, Calif., June 2010. Despite the gray skies, I'm lounging on the beach with three friends. We're determined to make the most out of a weekend trip -- gloomy weather or not.
Three hours later, my whole body had turned a shade that could best be described as "lobster." And my friends weren't doing much better. Desperate for any kind of relief, I followed my mom's suggestion -- an ice bath. Ouch.
While the polar plunge certainly didn't help in my case, my mom was on the right track, according to Wilmingto...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - June 15, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Study: Steroid may heal damaged lungs in newborns
Stephen FellerCHICAGO, April 25 (UPI) -- Hydrocortisone may prevent bronchopulmonary dysplasia, or BPD, in premature newborns given oxygen treatments after birth, according to a recent study. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)
Source: Health News - UPI.com - April 25, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
pramoxine and hydrocortisone (Epifoam, Pramosone, Proctofoam HC, Procort, Analpram HC)
Title: pramoxine and hydrocortisone (Epifoam, Pramosone, Proctofoam HC, Procort, Analpram HC)Category: MedicationsCreated: 3/2/2005 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 4/14/2016 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Skin General)
Source: MedicineNet Skin General - April 14, 2016 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
Spring health cheat sheet
The beginning of spring often brings warm weather and hours of outdoor fun, and many common winter infections recede.
Unfortunately, spring weather can bring its own health challenges. As soon as the trees and flowers bloom, flowers bud and the grass grows, susceptible children will start to display symptoms of seasonal allergies. Seasonal allergies cause sneezing, runny nose and itchy red eyes and can trigger flares of asthma and eczema.
As children spend more time outdoors, parents also need to watch for exposure to ticks, poison ivy and excess sun.
Read on for the parents’ guide to spring health.
Seasonal allergies: ...
Source: Thrive, Children's Hospital Boston - March 29, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Carolyn Sax Tags: Health & Wellness Parenting allergies asthma Carolyn Sax conjunctivitis lyme disease poion ivy sunburn Source Type: news
Hydrocortisone Curbs Lung Problems in Extremely Preterm InfantsHydrocortisone Curbs Lung Problems in Extremely Preterm Infants
Early low-dose hydrocortisone prompts a significant increase in bronchopulmonary dysplasia-free survival in extremely preterm infants, according to French researchers. Reuters Health Information (Source: Medscape Critical Care Headlines)
Source: Medscape Critical Care Headlines - March 2, 2016 Category: Intensive Care Tags: Pediatrics News Source Type: news
All The 'Down-There' Grooming Questions You Were Too Afraid To Ask
"Down-there" grooming is a touchy subject ... literally. Whether you leave the hair-removal process up to the professionals or you prefer to do your own "landing strip" at home (yeah, we went there), you're probably still wondering if you've got this thing all figured out. So we took one for the team and asked Uni K Wax founder Noemi Grupenmager and Tennessee-based licensed aesthetician Eva Hendrick the "down-there" grooming questions you've always wanted answers to, but were too afraid to ask. Can you get a bikini wax during your period?Yes, you can have a bikini wax during your period (though the full Brazilian may not ...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - February 4, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Hydrocortisone effects on neurodevelopment for extremely low birthweight infants
First placebo-controlled study on stress dose hydrocortisone and neurodevelopment shows that higher doses of hydrocortisone are not associated with brain injury or neurodevelopmental impairments, but may not be effective in reducing risk for bronchopulmonary dysplasia (Source: ScienceDaily Headlines)
Source: ScienceDaily Headlines - September 18, 2015 Category: Science Source Type: news
Hydrocortisone effects on neurodevelopment for extremely low birthweight infants
(Nationwide Children's Hospital) First placebo-controlled study on stress dose hydrocortisone and neurodevelopment shows that higher doses of hydrocortisone are not associated with brain injury or neurodevelopmental impairments, but may not be effective in reducing risk for bronchopulmonary dysplasia (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - September 18, 2015 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news
Protect Your Young Ones With These 4 Simple Rules of Sun Protection
One of my daughters recently had her first child, and while she's baby-proofed her house, I had to remind her to sun-proof her baby. A baby's delicate skin is particularly vulnerable in the summer, and cumulative sun damage starts on day one. No pressure, parents and grandparents! And it's not just me thinking about what to recommend for my grandbaby Harry, but my patients, who have new little ones to watch over, and are constantly asking for advice on protecting their children and grandchildren. In fact, a bulk of my day is spent doling out advice on the topic. So here you go: A guide to shielding the smallest members of ...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - June 28, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Supply problems with Efcortesol used in the management of Adrenal Crisis
The sole UK manufacturer of liquid injectable hydrocortisone – Efcortesol (hydrocortisone sodium phosphate) – has withdrawn supplies pending validation and licensing approvals of its new active ingredient supply. They now give an estimated availability date of September.
Alternative forms of liquid injectable steroid, such as dexamethasone, are not advisable for emergency treatment due to their delayed onset. The alternative preparation of injectable hydrocortisone – Solu-Cortef (hydrocortisone sodium succinate) – should be substituted. This should be prescribed as the IV/IM pack, w...
Source: Society for Endocrinology - June 23, 2015 Category: Endocrinology Source Type: news
Inotrope and Vasopressor Support in Neonates
Hemodynamic instability is a common problem in neonates and has important implications for long-term outcomes. Inotropes and vasopressors are commonly used to treat low blood pressure or poor perfusion in neonatal intensive care, despite limited evidence to guide optimal management in specific clinical situations. Dopamine is the most commonly used agent in clinical practice, increasing blood pressure with limited adverse effects compared with epinephrine. Dobutamine is less commonly used but may be the optimal agent for premature neonates with poor perfusion due to immature myocardial contractility. New evidence is emergi...
Source: NeoReviews recent issues - June 1, 2015 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Ruoss, J. L., McPherson, C., DiNardo, J. Tags: Pediatric Drug Labeling Update Articles Source Type: news
New recommendations aim to improve safety of pain-relieving spinal steroid injections
More and more people are seeking injections of anti-inflammatory steroid medications for back and neck pain. In 2011, the last year for which complete information is available, doctors pushed the plunger on 2.3 million steroid injections into the spine — and that’s just among people covered by Medicare.
These injections deliver drugs that mimic the effects of two hormones, cortisone and hydrocortisone, to reduce inflammation and help relieve pain. When they work — they don’t always — such injections can bring profound relief.
“If you are in severe pain with a ruptured spinal disc and you get a stero...
Source: New Harvard Health Information - May 7, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Daniel Pendick Tags: Back Pain Drugs and Supplements anti-inflammatory steroid medications spinal injections spine steroid injections Source Type: news
