How does Colifoam (Hydrocortisone Acetate) work:

Colifoam Rectal Foam (Hydrocortisone Acetate) is used to treat conditions where the anus and rectum become inflamed, including ulcerative colitis, proctosigmoiditis, granular proctitis. This medication contains a steroid, a drug that is very effective at reducing inflammation. Applied to the inflamed surface, it settles the area reducing pain and swelling. Some of the drug may be absorbed into the system, therefore it is possible that the patient may suffer the side effects of steroid therapy.

Side Effects:

• hypertension
• nervousness
• insomnia
• euphoria
• mood swings
• slow wound healing
• acne
• decreased sensitivity to insulin
• increased number and severity of infections
• osteoporosis
• cataracts