Hydrocortisone cream is used to treat eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, hemorrhoids, insect bites or stings, and other skin conditions to help relieve itchy or inflamed skin. It is also available as hydrocortisone ointment, suppositories, gel, and lotion. Hydrocortisone is a steroid medicine that works by decreasing inflammation and reducing an overactive immune system.

As a legal requirement, we must determine the medicine we supply to you is appropriate for your personal use. When purchasing any medicinal product, you are agreeing to use the medicine as per the manufacturer’s patient information leaflet. You also agree to follow any important advice in the listing and answer any questions if contacted via phone by our pharmacy team.

• For scalp conditions, part the hair and apply a small amount of lotion or solution directly to the affected area; rub gently into the scalp.
• Maintain usual hair care, but do not wash out the lotion immediately after application.
• Alternatively, for scalp dermatoses, apply aerosol to dry scalp after shampooing.
• Do not cover treated skin with a bandage unless your doctor tells you to.
• For hydrocortisone lotion and spray shake well just before each use.
• If you are treating the diaper area, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers.
• You may need medical tests to be sure this medicine is not causing harmful effects.
• You may need blood or urine tests while using this medicine.
• Stop using OTC hydrocortisone skin products and call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after using this medicine for 7 days, or if your symptoms get worse or get better, and then come back in a few days.
• Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.
• Do not freeze.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

 Active Ingredient : Each tablet contains Hydrocortisone Acetate BP 1.0% w/w

Other Ingredients : White soft paraffin, liquid paraffin, phenoxyethanol, purified water, cetomacrogol emulsifying wax with cetostearyl alcohol.

• Stinging.
• Burning.
• Irritation.
• Dryness, or redness at the application site may occur.
• Acne.
• Unusual hair growth.
• Small red bumps on the skin (folliculitis).
• Skin thinning/discoloration, or stretch marks may also occur.
• If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
• If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.
• Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
• If the treated area starts to bleed, especially if you are using this product for anal itching, contact your doctor right away.
• A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.
• However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:
• Rash.
• Itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
• This is not a complete list of possible side effects.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Before using hydrocortisone, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other corticosteroids (such as prednisone, triamcinolone); or if you have any other allergies.

This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.

Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

If you have any health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product.

If you have itching of the outer female genitals with vaginal discharge, consult your doctor before using this product.

Do not use if there is an infection or sore in the area to be treated.

Skin infections can become worse when this medication is used.

Tell your doctor promptly if redness, swelling, or irritation does not improve.

Children may be more sensitive to the effects of too much corticosteroid medication.

Consult your doctor for more details.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.

Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk when applied to the skin.

Similar medications pass into breast milk when taken by mouth.

Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

This product will have a expiry of 12 months or over.

Please store in a cool dry place, away from direct sunlight and out of reach and sight of children.