This medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (such as insect bites, poison oak/ivy, eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash, itching of the outer female genitals, anal itching). Hydrocortisone reduces the swelling, itching, and redness that can occur in these types of conditions.

This medication is used to temporarily relieve itching and pain caused by minor burns/cuts/scrapes, sunburn, insect bites, minor skin irritations, or rashes from poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac.

Hydrocortisone topical is used to treat redness, swelling, itching, and discomfort of various skin conditions. Hydrocortisone is in a class of medications called corticosteroids. It works by activating natural substances in the skin to reduce swelling, redness, and itching.

HYDROCORTISONE Keep out of reach of children.

RELIEVE THE ITCH Corticosteroid products must be used as directed. Even when used as directed, side effects including dry skin, irritated skin, rash, and burning can occur. It should not be used on healthy skin. If you experience side effects, stop use and speak with a doctor.

Hydrocortisone topical is used to help relieve redness, itching, swelling, or other discomfort caused by skin conditions. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid). This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with your doctor's prescription.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: E45 Itch Relief Cream is usually well tolerated, however side effects may occur which can include a burning sensation, redness, itching, pus or dermatitis allergic. May cause irritation if applied to broken or inflamed skin.

This medicine is generally safe to use. However, you might experience irritation, redness and burning sensation at the application site. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. Regular application of moisturizer to the skin can help to overcome or prevent dryness of the skin.

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.

HYDROCORTISONE AND HOW IT WORKS Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid, a specific type of steroid medication. It works to activate the natural steroids in your skin to reduce redness, swelling, and itching. Cortisone is a naturally occurring hormone in the body.

HYDROCORTISONE AND HOW IT WORKS Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid, a specific type of steroid medication. It works to activate the natural steroids in your skin to reduce redness, swelling, and itching. Cortisone is a naturally occurring hormone in the body.

Each 1 gram of the cream contains 10 mg of hydrocortisone (i.e. 1 %w/w). Each 1 gram of the cream contains 1 mg of chlorocresol (i.e. 0.1 %w/w) and 90 mg of cetomacrogol emulsifying wax (which contains cetostearyl).

Mild hydrocortisone treatments are very safe. Most people do not have any side effects when they use them for less than 4 weeks. Some people get a burning or stinging feeling for a few minutes when they put the hydrocortisone on their skin. This stops happening after you've been using it for a few days.

Never put hydrocortisone on your face unless your doctor says it's OK and has given you a prescription for it. It can make some skin problems worse like impetigo, rosacea and acne. Only use hydrocortisone skin treatments on children under 10 years old if a doctor recommends it.

In the first case, yes steroid creams will change the colour of skin - they very slowly reduce the pigmentation, lightening the colour of the skin. The anti-inflammatory effect of the steroid reduces the activity of all skin cells, including the pigment cells - the "melanocytes".

Symptoms of overdose may include: mental/mood changes, confusion, dry mouth, trouble speaking, trembling hands/feet, seizures. Keep all medical and lab appointments. If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose.