Topical hydrocortisone, sold commercially as Berlison, can be used to treat inflammatory skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema or burns, for example, as it helps relieve swelling and swelling.
Berlison can be purchased from a pharmacy in the form of cream or ointment.
The price of Berlison varies between 9 and 20 reais
Berlison is indicated for the treatment of inflammatory and allergic skin diseases such as dermatitis, eczema, sun-induced redness, first-degree burns and insect bites.
The way to use Berlison is to apply a thin layer of cream or ointment 2 to 3 times a day, rubbing gently.
Side effects of Berlison include itching, burning, redness or blisters on the skin, skin atrophy, dilation of blood vessels, stretch marks, acne, folliculitis, inflammation of the skin around the mouth and excessive hair growth.
Berlison is counterinsitive in patients with hypersensitivity to the components of the formula, in cases of tuberculosis or syphilis in the skin to be treated, diseases caused by viruses such as chickenpox or shingles, rosacea, peroral dermatitis or with allergic reactions after vaccination in the area being treated.
In addition, this remedy should not be applied to the eyes, nor should it be used for more than 3 weeks in infants and children up to 4 years of age, or in the breasts during lactation. The use of this medicine should not be performed by pregnant women without medical advice.