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.
Cream that contains cortisone might help with inflammation. Cortisone cream can be used to treat poison ivy rashes. Cortisone is the primary ingredient in over-the-counter hemorrhoid creams. Cortisone cream can be used to provide relief from itchy hives.
What is a cortisone injection? Cortisone is a powerful anti-inflammatory medication. By injecting cortisone into a particular area, high concentrations of medication can be given to successfully reduce inflammation. We use a mixture of local anesthetics (Lidocaine and Marcaine) and corticosteroid (Depo-Medrol).