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What is Hydrocortisone 1% Cream?
Hydrocortisone 1% Cream is a treatment for eczema, dermatitis, and inflammation caused by bug bites or stings. It can help to ease your irritated skin, showing improvements after just a few days of use and helping to ease irritating symptoms like itching in the meantime. This product contains three 15g tubes of Hydrocortisone Cream, ideal for those who suffer from regular flare-ups of eczema and want to be prepared to ease their irritated skin when it happens.
What is eczema?
Eczema is a common dry skin condition that can appear all over the body, usually in smaller patches but sometimes in wider spread areas. Eczema usually flares up when your skin comes into contact with something that irritates it, such as harsh soaps or detergents, and this type of eczema is also known as dermatitis. When you have eczema or dermatitis, some of the most common symptoms you’ll experience include:
- Dry skin
- Itching
- Redness
- Blistering
- Cracked skin
How will Hydrocortisone Cream treat my eczema?
Hydrocortisone Cream is a type of medication called a corticosteroid or ‘steroid’ cream. When your skin comes into contact with an irritant, such as a bug bite or harsh soaps that can trigger eczema, your body releases chemicals that cause inflammation, redness, and itching. Hydrocortisone works by blocking these chemicals, reducing inflammation and irritation and easing your eczema flare-up.
Can I use this product if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using hydrocortisone cream. This product may not be the best choice for you at this time, and a medical professional can help you to choose a suitable treatment.
How to use this cream
Wash your hands before using this product. Apply enough hydrocortisone cream to form a thin layer over the affected area and gently rub into the skin until it disappears. Do this once or twice a day for up to one week. Wash your hands again after use, unless you are treating your hands.
When should this product not be used?
Hydrocortisone Cream 1% should not be used in children under the age of 10 unless advised to do so by your doctor. Do not use this product if you are allergic to hydrocortisone or any of the other listed ingredients. For external use only, avoid contact with eyes or other sensitive areas. Do not apply to your face, anal or genital region, or broken or infected skin. Do not apply under an occlusive dressing.
Does Hydrocortisone Cream have any side effects?
Like all medications, Hydrocortisone Cream can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. These include:
- Allergic reaction, e.g. skin rash, hives, difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the lips, face, or neck
- Blurred vision
If you experience these or any other side effects while using this product, stop use and seek medical assistance immediately. For more information about reporting the side effects of medication, please see the MHRA’s Yellow Card Scheme.
How to store this product
Store in a cool, dry place which is below 25 degrees C. Do not freeze. Do not use this product if the expiry date printed on the original packaging has passed. Keep out of sight and reach of children.
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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