When a reaction occurs at the site of a vesicant injection (e.g., in patients receiving cancer chemotherapy), close monitoring by a physician or the injection of local antidotes may be required. Reactions that result in infection or necrosis may need to be treated with antibiotics or with surgical dÃ©bridement.
Cortisone (hydrocortisone) topical. Uses. This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions.
Only your doctor can provide a cortisone injection for acne. Cortisone is a hormone that's released as a response to inflammation. It is sometimes injected directly into an area of inflammation, such a cystic acne lesion, to promote healing, according to Daniel Kerns of Acne.org.Although cortisone injections can alleviate inflammation quickly, they can have side effects.t is sometimes injected directly into an area of inflammation, such a cystic acne lesion, to promote healing, according to Daniel Kerns of Acne.org. Although cortisone injections can alleviate inflammation quickly, they can have side effects.