Hydrocortisone 1% Cream

What is Hydrocortisone 1% Cream?

Hydrocortisone 1% Cream is a mild steroid cream for the short-term relief of irritated, inflamed skin, such as mild eczema, contact dermatitis and insect bites. It helps calm the redness, itching and swelling that come with these conditions.

How does it help?

Hydrocortisone is a mild corticosteroid that reduces the skin's inflammatory response, easing the redness, swelling and itch at the affected area.

Key benefits

• Soothes itching, redness and inflammation
• Suitable for mild eczema and contact dermatitis
• Helps calm reactions to insect bites
• A mild, low-strength topical steroid
• Applied thinly to the affected area

Who should take care?

Always read the patient information leaflet before use. Don't use if you're allergic to any of the ingredients. This cream is for short-term use only and should not be used on the face, broken or infected skin unless a healthcare professional advises it. Speak to our pharmacist if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, treating a child, taking other medicines, or have any ongoing health conditions. Our pharmacist checks every order before it's supplied.