Locoid and Minolira

• Generic Name: hydrocortisone topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names: Ala-Cort, Aquanil HC, Beta HC, Cortizone-5, Dermarest Plus Anti-Itch, Dermasorb HC, Dermtex HC, Gynecort Maximum Strength, Hydro Skin, Instacort, Itch-X Lotion, Locoid, Pandel, Pediaderm HC, Sarnol-HC, Anucort-HC, Anumed-HC, Anusol-HC, Cortizone-10 Anal Itch Cream, Hemorrhoidal HC, Hemril-30, Hemril-HC Uniserts, Preparation H Hydrocortisone, Procto-Kit 1%, Procto-Kit 25%, Procto-Pak 1%, Proctocort, Proctocream-HC, Proctosert HC, Proctosol-HC, Proctozone HC, Proctozone-H, Recort Plus, Rectasol-HC, Tucks HC, Cortizone-10, ProctoCare-HC

Hydrocortisone is a topical steroid that reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

Locoid is used to treat inflammation of the skin caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, or psoriasis. This medicine will not treat skin infections.

There are many brands and forms of hydrocortisone topical available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

Locoid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: minocycline
• Dosage Forms: tablet, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Dynacin, Minocin, Minocin PAC, Minolira, Solodyn, Ximino, Vectrin, Myrac

Minocycline is used to treat pimples and red bumps (non-nodular inflammatory lesions) that occur with moderate to severe acne vulgaris in patients 12 years of age and older.

Minocycline capsules are used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It is also used to treat anthrax infection and other infections in patients who cannot receive penicillins.

Minocycline belongs to the class of medicines known as tetracycline antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.