Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) is a combination medication that is used to treat various skin infections and inflammatory conditions of the skin. It needs to be applied multiple times per day and it can be expensive.
Skin infections
Inflammatory conditions of the skin
Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) is a combination of an anti-infective medication, iodoquinol, and a corticosteroid, hydrocortisone. It's uncertain how iodoquinol works, but it's both an antifungal and antibacterial which helps to treat various types of infection. Hydrocortisone stops chemicals in the body that cause swelling, inflammation, and itching.
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Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
Combination of two medications that help to treat skin conditions in different ways
Can be used in children as young as age 12
Can be used to treat many different types of skin problems
Can be expensive, even as a generic
Has to be applied multiple times a day
Long-term use isn't recommended.
Wash your hands before and after using Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol). Don't put Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) on any damaged skin or open wounds.
Don't use Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) longer than what your provider has told you to do. Long-term use of this medication can cause an overgrowth of other bacteria that aren't killed by Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol).
Make sure to not cover the medicated area with a bandage or dressing, because more Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) can be absorbed into the body and can raise your risk of side effects.
Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) can stain your clothes, fabrics, skin, and hair. Be careful to only apply this medication to the affected area(s).
Before applying this medication, make sure the affected area has been properly cleaned and dried so that enough medication can be absorbed.
If you develop irritation to Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) at any point during treatment, stop using it. Let your provider know right away. You will need to be switched to a different medication.
Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Make sure to keep Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) in a safe place out of the reach of children and pets. It can be very harmful if not handled or used properly.
Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) is meant for external use (on the outside of the body) only. Don't get this medication in your eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina. If there's contact to these areas, make sure to rinse the area with water really well.
It's unknown if Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) can cause harm to an unborn baby or if it's safe to use in pregnant women. Vytone (hydrocortisone / iodoquinol) should only be used if absolutely needed and your provider has determined that the benefits are greater than the risks to you and your unborn baby.
Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
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30 packets of 1.9%/1% | 1 carton | $865.34 | $865.34 |
Apply to the affected area(s) 3 to 4 times daily or as instructed by your provider.
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