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Does locoid (hydrocortisone butyrate) lipocream help with pain?

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Dr. John Ebner answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Helps inflammation: Locoid (hydrocortisone butyrate) and other topical steroids will help with inflammation in the skin. They are not analgesics (pain relievers). However, when the inflammation is alleviated, the pain will also improve.

Answered 1/5/2019

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