Generic name: hydrocortisone (oral) [ HYE-droe-KOR-ti-sone ]
Dosage forms: oral granule (0.5 mg; 1 mg; 2 mg; 5 mg); oral tablet (10 mg; 20 mg; 5 mg)
Drug class:Glucocorticoids
What is hydrocortisone?
Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine that is used to treat many different conditions, including allergic disorders, skin conditions, ulcerative colitis, arthritis, lupus, lung disorders, and certain blood cell disorders such as anemia (low red blood cells) or thrombocytopenia (low platelets).
Hydrocortisone is also used to replace steroids in people with adrenal insufficiency (decreased production of natural steroids by the adrenal glands).
Hydrocortisone is also used in the treatment of certain cancers such as leukemia, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
Alkindi Sprinkle is approved for use in people from birth to 17 years of age.
Hydrocortisone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Tell your doctor about any illness or infection you had within the past several weeks.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use hydrocortisone if you are allergic to hydrocortisone, corticosteroids, or if you have a
