Uses, Side Effects of Lacticare HC 2.5% Lotion

Lacticare HC Lotion is a topical steroid used for treatment of mild to moderate inflammatory skin disorders such as eczema. It prevents the release of substances that cause inflammation and provides relief from swelling, redness, and itching in the affected area.

Lacticare HC Lotion is meant only for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. You should normally clean and dry the affected area before applying a thin layer of the medicine evenly on the affected skin. You should not apply it on open wounds or damaged skin.

Uses of Lacticare HC 2.5% Lotion

Treatment of Eczema

Severe allergic reactions

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Directions for Use

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

Benefits of Lacticare HC 2.5% Lotion

Eczema is a skin condition where patches of skin become inflamed, itchy, red, cracked, and rough. Lacticare HC Lotion helps in treating inflammation and itching in eczema. When used correctly it is a safe and effective treatment. Lacticare HC Lotion reduces the redness, rash, pain or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always use the cream or ointment as prescribed and only apply the amount you have been told to. Keep using it for as long as it is prescribed to get the full benefits.

Side Effects of Lacticare HC 2.5% Lotion

• Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Caution :

• Lacticare HC Lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q:1 Can Lacticare HC Lotion be used on the face? No, Lacticare HC Lotion should not be used on the face. In addition to this, Lacticare HC Lotion should not be used on the axillae (armpits), groyne and if there is atrophy (wasting away of tissues) at the treatment site. In certain circumstances, it can be exceptionally considered to be used by the doctors. It should be used only after consultation with your physician and if possible, the application on the face should be limited to a maximum of 5 days.