Indications and Usage for Hydrocortisone Suppository. Hydrocortisone acetate suppositories are indicated for use in inflamed hemorrhoids, post-irradiation (factitial) proctitis, as an adjunct in the treatment of chronic ulcerative colitis, cryptitis, other inflammatory conditions of anorectum, and pruritus ani.
Hydrocortisone acetate suppositories are contraindicated in those patients having a history of hypersensitivity to hydrocortisone acetate or any of the components. Do not use hydrocortisone acetate suppositories unless adequate proctologic examination is made.
The following local adverse reactions have been reported with hydrocortisone acetate suppositories: burning, itching, irritation, dryness, folliculitis, hypopigmentation, allergic contact dermatitis, secondary infection. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Hydrocortisone Suppository - Clinical Pharmacology. In normal subjects, about 26% of hydrocortisone acetate is absorbed when the suppository is applied to the rectum. Absorption of hydrocortisone acetate may vary across abraded or inflamed surfaces.
ICD-10 code Z79. 52 for Long term (current) use of systemic steroids is a medical classification as listed by WHO under the range - Factors influencing health status and contact with health services .
K62. 89 Other specified diseases of anus and rectum - ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Codes.
Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstancesZ76. 89 is a valid ICD-10-CM diagnosis code meaning 'Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances'.
ICD-10 code: N89. 8 Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina.
ICD-10 code: K62 Other diseases of anus and rectum.
Z12. 11: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of the colon.
89 – persons encountering health serviced in other specified circumstances” as the primary DX for new patients, he is using the new patient CPT.
ICD-10-PCS GZ3ZZZZ is a specific/billable code that can be used to indicate a procedure.
ICD-Code I10 is a billable ICD-10 code used for healthcare diagnosis reimbursement of Essential (Primary) Hypertension.
The patient's primary diagnostic code is the most important. Assuming the patient's primary diagnostic code is N89. 8, look in the list below to see which MDC's "Assignment of Diagnosis Codes" is first. That is the MDC that the patient will be grouped into.
Instructions under Z01. 411 and Z01. 419 (routine gynecological exam with or without abnormal findings) indicate that the codes include a cervical Pap screening and instruct us to add additional codes for HPV screening and/or a vaginal Pap test.
Encounter for gynecological examination (general)Z01.411. Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings Use this code if pap smear is a part of a routine gynecological examination.
Hydrocortisone Acetate is a corticosteroid designated chemically as pregn-4-ene-3, 20-dione, 21-(acetyloxy)-11, 17-dihydroxy-(11β) with the followi...
In normal subjects, about 26% of hydrocortisone acetate is absorbed when the suppository is applied to the rectum. Absorption of hydrocortisone ace...
Hydrocortisone acetate suppositories are indicated for use in inflamed hemorrhoids, post-irradiation (factitial) proctitis; as an adjunct in the tr...
Drug abuse and dependence have not been reported in patients treated with hydrocortisone acetate suppositories.
For rectal administration. Detach one suppository from strip of suppositories. Hold suppository upright. Separate tabs at top opening and pull down...
Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Store away from heat. Protect From Freezing.Rx onlyManufactured for:Bio-Pharm, In...
BIO-PHARMNDC 59741-301-12Hydrocortisone Acetate Suppositories25 mgRx only12 Adult SuppositoriesFor Rectal AdministrationMedical Disclaimer
Hydrocortisone acetate suppositories are indicated for use in inflamed hemorrhoids, post–irradiation (factitial) proctitis, as an adjunct in the treatment of chronic ulcerative colitis, cryptitis, other inflammatory conditions of the anorectum, and pruritus ani.
Usual dosage. One suppository in the rectum morning and night for two weeks, in nonspecific proctitis. In more severe cases, one suppository three times daily; or two suppositories twice daily. In factitial proctitis, recommended therapy is six to eight weeks or less, according to the response of the individual case.
Avoid excessive handling of the suppository. It is designed to melt at body temperature.
Hydrocortisone suppositories are contraindicated in those patients with a history of hypersensitivity to any of the components.
Drug abuse and dependence has not been reported in patients treated with hydrocortisone acetate suppositories.
In the presence of an infection, the use of an appropriate antifungal or antibacterial agent should be instituted. If a favorable response does not occur promptly, the corticosteroid should be discontinued until the infection has been adequately controlled.
No long–term studies in animals have been performed to evaluate the carcinogenic potential of corticosteroid suppositories.