Cordran SP Cream

Healthcare providers can prescribe Cordran SP Cream for many different skin conditions, ranging from psoriasis to allergic reactions. This steroid cream is typically applied to the affected area(s) of the skin two or three times a day. Although generally well tolerated, side effects are possible and may include things like itching, irritation, and burning.

Cordran SP Cream Medication Information

What Is Cordran SP Cream?

Cordran^® SP Cream (flurandrenolide cream) is a prescription medication classified as a topical steroid. It is a skin cream that is used to treat a wide variety of skin conditions, such as eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, and allergic reactions.

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Who Makes Cordran SP Cream?

Cordran SP Cream is manufactured by DPT Laboratories, Ltd., and is marketed and distributed by Aqua Pharmaceuticals, LLC.

How Does It Work?

Cordran SP Cream belongs to a group of medications known as glucocorticoids. Glucocorticoids are a type of corticosteroid, or "steroid" for short. Although glucocorticoids have numerous effects in the body, they are used mostly for their anti-inflammatory or immune-suppressing properties. Cordran SP Cream works for most conditions by decreasing inflammation and suppressing an overactive immune system.

When and How to Use Cordran SP Cream

Some general considerations to keep in mind during treatment with Cordran SP Cream include the following:

This medication is usually applied to the affected area(s) two to three times a day.

Apply Cordran SP Cream sparingly and gently rub it in. More is not better. Only a thin film is necessary.

If your healthcare provider recommends, you may cover the medication with a dressing or bandage, although this can increase the risk of side effects.

For the medication to work properly, it must be used as prescribed.

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