Patient leaflet - Terra-cortril ointment
1. What Terra-Cortril Ointment is and what it is used for
Terra-Cortril Ointment is classed as a mild
corticosteroid that contains two different medicines: oxytetracycline and hydrocortisone.
- Oxytetracycline is one of a group of medicines called tetracycline antibiotics. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria and certain other micro-organisms.
Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid used to
reduce inflamed skin which has resulted from allergy, infection or injury.
Terra-Cortril Ointment has been prescribed for you to treat:
- inflamed skin conditions (such as eczema).
allergic skin conditions (such as after contact
with certain cosmetics, plants or drugs).
- infected insect bites.
2. What you need to know before you use Terra-Cortril Ointment
Do not use Terra-Cortril Ointment
If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any of the ingredients of the ointment. This may
be itching, reddening of the skin or difficulty in breathing.
If you have an infection of the skin causing
blisters or yellow crusting (a primary bacterial infection) e.g. impetigo, boils (furunculosis).
If you are pregnant, planning to become
pregnant or breast feeding.
- If the patient is an infant or young child whose permanent teeth are growing.
If any of the above applies to you talk to your
doctor.
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking
Terra-Cortril if:
- You are going to apply ointment to a very large area of skin.
- You are going to use a dressing to cover the ointment.
Corticosteroid creams, ointments and other topical preparations come in four different potencies. These are known as mild, moderately potent, potent or very potent. Healthcare professionals will usually refer to topical corticosteroid potency rather than strength. A potent or strong corticosteroid has a much stronger effect than a mild corticosteroid when using the same amount. The percentage of active ingredient that is sometimes included on product packaging does not indicate potency. Terra-Cortril Ointment is classed as a mild corticosteroid. Your healthcare professional will prescribe or advise a steroid of the appropriate potency for your condition.
Other medicines and Terra-Cortril
Terra-Cortril is not thought to have an effect on any other medicines you might be taking. If you have any concerns about taking other medicines talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Pregnancy, breast feeding and fertility
Do not use Terra-Cortril Ointment if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor for advice.
Driving and using machines
Terra-Cortril Ointment is not likely to affect your ability to drive or use machines or tools.
3. How to use Terra-Cortril Ointment
Always use Terra-Cortril Ointment exactly as your doctor has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Pierce the tube by reversing the cap and screwing down to break the seal on the tube. Clean the affected skin area as thoroughly as possible.
Adults and Elderly
Gently apply a small amount of ointment to the affected area. This may be done two to four times a day. The ointment may be applied on a sterile gauze if infection is present.
Do not stop using the ointment too soon after seeing improvement.
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Terra-Cortril Ointment is for external use only. Do not use it for eye infections.
Use in children
Terra-Cortril Ointment is not recommended for use in children.
After using the ointment
Wash your hands after use. Always replace the cap.
If the ointment is accidentally swallowed
This ointment is for external use only. If any ointment is accidentally swallowed, tell your doctor immediately, or contact your nearest hospital casualty department.
If you forget to apply the ointment
Do not worry. Apply the ointment in the normal way as soon as you remember.
4. Possible side effects
As with all medicines, Terra-Cortril Ointment can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist immediately if any of the following occur:
- wheeziness, difficulty breathing or tightness in the chest
- swelling of eyelids, face or lips
- skin lumps or itchy red spots
The following may be a problem in the area where the ointment is used:
- burning
- itching
- irritation
- dryness
- skin rash or allergic reaction
- acne
- thinning or softening of the skin
- spread or worsening of infection
- swelling of the hair-roots in the skin (folliculitis)
- excessive growth of hair on the skin (hypertrichosis)
- white patches on the skin (hypopigmentation)
- prickly heat
- striae (red lines)
These effects should disappear when you stop using Terra-Cortril Ointment. If the discomfort continues tell your doctor or pharmacist.
If you become unwell or have any discomfort whilst using the ointment, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Steroid withdrawal reaction:
If used over prolonged periods a withdrawal reaction, which might appear to be different from the previous condition, may occur in some patients during treatment or within days to weeks after stopping treatment, with some or all of the following features: redness of the skin which can extend beyond the initial area treated, a burning
or stinging sensation, intense itching, peeling of the skin, oozing open sores.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via Yellow Card Scheme Website: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5. How to store Terra-Cortril Ointment
Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children.
Store below 25°C.
Do not use Terra-Cortril Ointment after the expiry date stamped on the pack.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Return any medicine you no longer need to your pharmacist.
6. Contents of the pack and other information
What Terra-Cortril Ointment contains
Each gram of ointment contains 30 mg oxytetracycline (as oxytetracycline hydrochloride) and 10 mg hydrocortisone. The other inactive ingredients are liquid paraffin and white soft paraffin.
Each tube contains 15 g or 30 g of ointment.
Marketing Authorisation Holder
Esteve Pharmaceuticals Ltd,
The Courtyard Barns, Choke Lane,
Cookham Dean, Maidenhead,
Berks, SL6 6PT, United Kingdom
Manufacturer
Farmasierra Manufacturing S.L.
Ctra. de Irún, Km. 26,200,
28706 San Sebastián de los Reyes
Madrid - Spain
This leaflet was last revised December 2025.
Terra-Cortril is a registered trademark of Alliance Pharmaceuticals Limited.
Alliance and associated devices are registered trademarks of Alliance Pharmaceuticals Limited.
For any information on this medicine, please contact the Marketing Authorisation Holder.
© Alliance Pharmaceuticals Limited 2014.
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