NDATOPICALCREAM
Approved
Mar 1978
Lifecycle
LOE Approaching
Competitive Pressure
30/100
Data completeness
2/8 — Basic
WESTCORT (hydrocortisone valerate) by PharmaIN is clinical pharmacology like other topical corticosteroids, hydrocortisone valerate has anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. First approved in 1978.
Drug data last refreshed 18h ago · AI intelligence enriched 1w ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
WESTCORT (hydrocortisone valerate) is a medium-potency topical corticosteroid cream approved in 1978 for inflammatory and pruritic skin conditions. It works by inhibiting phospholipase A2, suppressing prostaglandin and leukotriene biosynthesis to reduce inflammation, itching, and vasodilation. The drug is absorbed through intact and compromised skin, with penetration enhanced by occlusive dressings.
LOE Approaching
This product is approaching loss of exclusivity in a mature, competitive topical corticosteroid market with moderate competitive pressure (30/100), suggesting defensive positioning and focus on brand loyalty and formulation differentiation rather than expansion.
Mechanism of Action
CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY Like other topical corticosteroids, hydrocortisone valerate has anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. The mechanism of the anti-inflammatory activity of the topical steroids, in general, is unclear. However, corticosteroids are thought to act by the…
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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