Efficort® Cream can improve the conditions of various types of dermatoses, it is also anti-flaking, anti-pruritic and anti-inflammatory.
According to the WHO’s classification of topical corticosteroids, Efficort® is classified as potent (Group III). (1)
Active Ingredient
Efficort® Cream contains Hydrocortisone aceponate 0.127%. Its unique molecular structure gives it two advantages over the general topical corticosteroids:
1. Increases penetration into the skin (2)
The active ingredient of Efficort® Cream increases rate of cutaneous penetration, making it more effective. This allows a lower dosage administration.
2. Reduces side effects which makes it safer (3)
The active ingredient of Efficort® Cream enables high local activity with reduced systemic effects. It also minimizes atrophogenic potential.
Reference:
- Hydrocortisone Aceponate, WHOCC. ATC/DDD Index. Retrieved July 15, 2019, from https://www.whocc.no/atc_ddd_index/?code=D07AC16&showdescription=yes
- CTD of Efficort Cream.
- Miller Jr, W. H., VMD, D., Griffin, C. E., & Campbell, K. L. (2012). Muller and Kirk's Small Animal Dermatology 7th Edition. Elsevier Health Sciences, 129.
Efficort® Cream
Dosage
Adults: Once to twice daily in a thin layer over the affected skin areas. Gently massage in until it has been completely absorbed.
Infants and young children: Once daily
Packing
Each tube contains 30 g cream