Reducing itching, redness, and swelling associated with many skin conditions. Westcort Cream is a topical corticosteroid. It works by reducing skin inflammation.
Important safety information:
Westcort Cream is for external use only. If you get Westcort Cream in your eyes, immediately flush them with cool tap water.
Do NOT use more than the recommended dose or use for longer than 2 weeks without checking with your doctor.
Do not apply Westcort Cream over large areas of the body, to open wounds, or to scraped, infected, or burned skin without first checking with your doctor.
If your symptoms do not get better within 2 weeks or if they get worse, check with your doctor.
Talk with your doctor before you use any other medicines or cleansers on your skin.
Do not use Westcort Cream for other skin conditions at a later time.
If Westcort Cream was prescribed to treat the diaper area of a child, avoid using tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants.
Westcort Cream has a corticosteroid in it. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has a corticosteroid in it too. If it does or you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Tell your doctor or dentist that you use Westcort Cream before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
Check with your doctor before having vaccinations while you are using Westcort Cream.
Serious side effects may occur if too much of Westcort Cream is absorbed through the skin. This may be more likely to occur if you use Westcort Cream over a large area of the body. It may also be more likely if you wrap or bandage the area after you apply Westcort Cream. The risk is greater in children. Do not use more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor right away if you develop unusual weight gain, muscle weakness, increased thirst or urination, confusion, unusual drowsiness, severe or persistent headache, or vision changes. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
Corticosteroids may affect growth rate in CHILDREN and teenagers in some cases. They may need regular growth checks while they use Westcort Cream.
Westcort Cream should not be used in CHILDREN; safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Westcort Cream while you are pregnant. It is not known if Westcort Cream is found in breast milk after topical use. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Westcort Cream, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
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Westcort Cream side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Burning, dryness, itching, or mild skin irritation.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); acne-like rash; excessive hair growth; inflamed hair follicles; inflammation around the mouth; itching, burning, pain, redness, or swelling of the skin not present before using Westcort Cream; muscle weakness; symptoms of high blood sugar (eg, increased thirst, hunger, or urination; confusion; unusual drowsiness; flushing; rapid breathing); thinning, softening, or discoloration of the skin; unusual weight gain, especially in the face.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Westcort Cream be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Westcort Cream?
Some medical conditions may interact with Westcort Cream. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have chickenpox, shingles, measles, or tuberculosis, or have had a positive TB skin test or a recent vaccination
if you have had a skin infection, thinning of the skin (atrophy), or a certain type of severe acne (rosacea)
if you are taking an oral corticosteroid (eg, prednisone)
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Westcort Cream. Because little, if any, of Westcort Cream is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.
Ask your health care provider if Westcort Cream may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Westcort Cream?
Use Westcort Cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Apply a small amount of medicine to the affected area. Gently rub it in until it is evenly distributed. Wash your hands after applying Westcort Cream, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
Do not bandage or wrap the affected area unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
Do not use Westcort Cream on your face, groin, or underarms unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
If you miss a dose of Westcort Cream, apply it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Westcort Cream.
Can Westcort Cream be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Westcort Cream be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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