Cortifoam
Warnings
What may interact with Cortifoam?
-Aminoglutethimide
-Amphotericin B
-Aspirin
-Barbiturates, such as phenobarbital
-Carbamazepine
-Certain antibiotics, such as clarithromycin or erythromycin
-Cholestyramine
-Cyclosporine
-Digoxin
-Diuretics
-Estrogen or progestin hormones
-Isoniazid
-Ketoconazole
-Medications for Alzheimer disease
-Medications for diabetes
-Medications that improve muscle strength or tone for conditions such as myasthenia gravis
-NSAIDs, medications for pain and inflammation, such as ibuprofen or naproxen
-Phenytoin
-Rifampin
-Toxoids and vaccines
-Warfarin
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Cortifoam
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Any active infection
-Decreased immune function
-Diabetes
-Glaucoma or cataracts
-High blood pressure
-Previous heart attack
-Rectal obstruction, abscess, perforation, or fistula
-Stomach or intestine problems
-Thyroid disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to hydrocortisone, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breastfeeding
What should I watch for while using Cortifoam?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. Consult your care team if you do not start to get better after several days of use. Do not use if there is blood in your stools. Report rectal bleeding, pain, burning, itching, blistering, or any other sign of irritation to your care team.
This medication may increase your risk of getting an infection. Stay away from people who are sick. Tell your care team if you are around anyone with measles or chickenpox.
This medication may increase blood sugar. Ask your care team if changes in diet or medications are needed if you have diabetes.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Do not refrigerate. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.

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