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Hydrocortisone acetate

Used for: Cortifoam ® is indicated as adjunctive therapy in the topical treatment of ulcerative proctitis of the distal portion of the rectum in patients who cannot retain hydrocortisone or other corticosteroid enemas.

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Endocrine medicine Thyroid and endocrine medicines ID 1515
What It Is Used For

Used for: Cortifoam ® is indicated as adjunctive therapy in the topical treatment of ulcerative proctitis of the distal portion of the rectum in patients who cannot retain hydrocortisone or other corticosteroid enemas.

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Active Ingredient

HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE

Chemical Name

HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE

Common Brands

Cortifoam

Generic / Alternate Names

HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE

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