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No. Antibiotics are medications that fight infections by various means of interrupting the functions of pathogens or killing them. Hydrocortisone is a steroid, typically used as an anti-inflammatory.
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∙ 13y agoCortisone is not an antibiotic.
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Is triple antibiotic cream the same as hydrocortisone cream?
Absolutely not. Hydrocortisone is a non-anabolic steroid that reduce swelling due to irritation or allergic reactions and antibiotic cream is just that, an antibiotic. It helps kill harmful bacteria.
Is there a over the counter product similar to analpram?
hydrocortisone, tucks
Where can I find the treatment for shingles?
See your doctor and he/she can prescribe you medication to treat the shingles. Typically, a hydrocortisone cream and antibiotic would be provided to deal with the itch and rashes.
Is there an over the counter substitute for Triamcinolone Cream?
Triamcinolone cream is a prescription steroid cream. The most similar over the counter substitute for this is Hydrocortisone cream. Hydrocortisone is also a steroid cream.
Can mupirocin ointment usp 2 percent be used on mosquito bites?
It will not help. Mupirocin is an antibiotic. Musquito bites are better treated with an antihistamine like diphenhydramine HCl or steroid cream like Hydrocortisone.
How is swimmer's ear treated by doctors?
The ear is typically cleaned with a cotton-tipped probe or a suction device to relieve irritation and pain. Ear drops containing a combination of hydrocortisone to help relieve the itching and an antibiotic
Is penicillin a barbiturate?
No. An antibiotic does not normally have any effect similar to that of barbituates (which are depressants).
Can you use hydrocortisone on a yeast infection?
Hydrocortisone will not treat a yeast infection, and can make it worse.
What is the best treatment for bed bugs ?
Your doctor may prescribe an antibiotic, but you can also a skin cream containing hydrocortisone or a Benadryl type product. You will want to vacuum and wash all of your clothing and furniture to kill the rest of the bed bugs.
Is hydrocortisone a good for face rashes?
Depending on the type of rash, hydrocortisone might just work.
Is it correct bacteriocin is antibiotic?
Yes, in a narrow sense bacteriocins are antibiotic, since they are substances produced by a bacteria to prevent the growth or invasion of other similar bacteria in their territory. However, they are not considered to have broad-spectrum antibiotic properties since they are somewhat specific.
Can you use hydrocortisone cream on a cat?
You can use hydrocortisone cream on a cat but they will end up licking it off and that's not good. There is a hydrocortisone spray that is specifically made for animals that is much safer to use.
