FDA data Registry peer set 7 peers FDA shortage listed

Alternatives to hydrocortisone

FDA shortage status is active for hydrocortisone; 7 same-class SPL records are listed below for registry comparison only.

Brand: Cortef

Corticosteroid OTC 7 alternatives found

hydrocortisone class peers while FDA lists an active shortage

hydrocortisone (Cortef) is on an FDA shortage listing while 7 other Corticosteroid SPL records remain in this registry peer set (class inventory 8). Labeled indication field for hydrocortisone: This medicine can help with itching, skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes.

Top FAERS reaction fields for hydrocortisone total 65,515 reports across 10 reactions, set beside budesonide, dexamethasone, fluticasone. Counts are exposure-weighted submissions, not per-patient risk.

About hydrocortisone

Hydrocortisone cream helps relieve itching and skin problems. It belongs to a class of drugs called corticosteroids.

Used for: This medicine can help with itching, skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes. It can treat eczema, psoriasis, poison ivy, insect bites, and other irritations from soaps or jewelry. It can also relieve external anal and genital itching. Ask your doctor before using it for other conditions.

7 Corticosteroid peers (wide set)

budesonide

Rx

Pulmicort, Entocort

This medicine temporarily relieves allergy symptoms. It can help with nasal congestion, runny nose, itchy nose, and sneezing. These symptoms may be caused by hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies.

dexamethasone

Rx

Decadron

This medicine treats many conditions, including allergies, skin problems, and breathing issues. It can also help with certain cancers, hormone problems, and nervous system disorders. Dexamethasone can also be used for short-term relief of arthritis and other joint problems.

fluticasone

OTC

Flonase, Flovent

Fluticasone temporarily relieves symptoms of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies. These symptoms include a stuffy nose, itchy and watery eyes, itchy nose, runny nose, and sneezing. It can help you breathe easier and feel more comfortable when you have allergies.

methylprednisolone

Rx

Medrol

This medicine can treat many conditions. It can help with allergies, skin problems, and hormone imbalances. It can also help with gut and blood disorders.

prednisolone

Rx

Orapred, Pediapred

This medicine treats swelling and redness in your eye. It can help with problems of the conjunctiva, cornea, and other parts of the front of your eye. It is used when the swelling responds to steroid treatment.

prednisone

Rx

Deltasone, Rayos

Prednisone treats conditions like arthritis, severe allergies, asthma, skin problems, and certain cancers. It can also help with lung diseases and problems with your hormone levels. Prednisone can also be used to reduce protein in the urine due to kidney problems.

triamcinolone

OTC

Kenalog, Aristocort

This ointment treats skin problems that cause swelling, redness, and itching. These problems are called corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. It helps to relieve the discomfort of these skin conditions.

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hydrocortisone vs budesonide & dexamethasone · FAERS reaction fields

FAERS top-reaction field "Fatigue" shows the widest count spread between hydrocortisone and budesonide, dexamethasone, fluticasone in this extract (7,674-report gap on that field). Counts are exposure-weighted submissions, not prevalence rates.

Side Effect hydrocortisone budesonidedexamethasonefluticasone
Fatigue 8,851 3,354 16,525 -
Pain 7,127 2,104 - 4,528
Condition Aggravated 6,709 2,696 - -
Nausea 6,688 2,621 13,495 -
Arthralgia 6,664 1,783 - -
Headache 6,225 2,978 - 6,061
Rash 6,105 - 7,965 2,755
Diarrhoea 6,063 2,696 16,515 -

"-" means no reports for that reaction. Report counts reflect total FAERS submissions, not prevalence rates.

hydrocortisone shortage vs Corticosteroid peer index

Shortage status

FDA shortage listing is active for hydrocortisone (status: To Be Discontinued). Peer rows remain a registry index, not a switch guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does FDA list a shortage for hydrocortisone while peers remain indexed?
Yes - hydrocortisone matched an active FDA shortage listing (To Be Discontinued) while 7 other Corticosteroid SPL records remain in this peer index for field comparison only.

Registry note: Shortage listings and peer indexes are for registry orientation only. This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not stop or change your medication without talking to your doctor or pharmacist.

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Field note for hydrocortisone: see also the generic vs brand label guide when reading Cortef SPL strings.