Hydrocortisone-Pramoxine

Last Reviewed: Dec 16, 2024

Pros & Cons


Hydrocortisone-Pramoxine (Analpram Hc) Pros and Cons

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  • Hydrocortisone pramoxine is available in various formulations such as cream, gel, ointment, lotion, and foam.
  • It comes in different strengths, and you can choose one based on the severity of your symptoms.
  • The medicine is applied locally to the area where you have symptoms and works quickly to provide relief. It is a valuable therapeutic adjunct in steroid responsive skin disorders such as eczema and psoriasis.

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  • Only the cream form of hydrocortisone pramoxine is available as a lower-cost generic version. 
  • You cannot apply this and other topical corticosteroids to large areas of skin. 
  • A potent topical steroid applied to the skin directly can cause local irritation. 
  • It can cause serious side effects in children.