Hydrocortisone Cream
Hydrocortisone
Ingredients & Drug Type
Hydrocortisone Cream is listed as Dermatology containing Hydrocortisone. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
- Active ingredient
- Hydrocortisone
- Therapeutic class
- Dermatology
- Dosage form
- Cream
- Strength
- 1%
Dosing
- Frequency
- 2–3 مرات يومياً
- Route
- topical
- Common catalog dose: طبقة رقيقة.
- Frequency: 2–3 مرات يومياً.
- Route: topical.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
Medical Overview
Hydrocortisone Cream is listed as Dermatology containing Hydrocortisone. A dermatology medicine used on the skin or by mouth depending on the active ingredient.
Hydrocortisone 1% is the gentlest rung of the topical-steroid ladder — the safe starter for mild eczema, contact dermatitis and insect bites, and one of the few acceptable (briefly) on face, folds and children. Two-week self-trial ceiling: persistent itch may be fungus or scabies that steroids feed, not calm.
Uses / Indications
- Mild eczema
- localized dermatitis
- Acne, allergy, inflammation, skin infection, or itching depending on diagnosis.
Side Effects
- Skin atrophy with prolonged use
- Irritation, dryness, redness, itching, or local allergy.
Contraindications
- الالتهابات الجلدية الفطرية والجرثومية والفيروسية غير المعالجة (يقنّعها ويطلقها — أشهر خطأ منزلي: كورتيزون على فطريات «حساسية» تزداد اشتعالاً)
- حب الشباب والوردية (يفاقمهما)
- والجلد المتقرح.
- Deep wounds, severe infection, or ingredient allergy without medical assessment.
Warnings
- طبقة رقيقة مرتين يومياً على الآفة حصراً
- وأسبوع–أسبوعان سقف التجربة الذاتية: ما لم يتحسن فتشخيصك يحتاج طبيباً لا كورتيزوناً أقوى — فالحكة المستمرة قد تكون فطريات أو جرباً يزدادان به سوءاً. الوجه: أقصر مدة ممكنة دائماً. احجز جلدية عبر كلينكس جو عند الشك.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes unless the product is intended for that area.
Drug Interactions
- موضعي لطيف بلا تداخلات دوائية جهازية تُذكر بالاستخدام السليم. لا يُطبق تحت ضماد محكم إلا بأمر طبي (يضاعف الامتصاص).
- Tell your clinician about other skin products, especially peels, steroids, and topical antibiotics.
Patient Guidance
- Apply a thin layer only to the affected area.
- Wash hands after use.
- Use sun protection with photosensitizing medicines.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Hydrocortisone Cream?
Hydrocortisone Cream contains Hydrocortisone and is categorized as Dermatology. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Hydrocortisone Cream?
Catalog dosing information includes: طبقة رقيقة. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Hydrocortisone Cream?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Hydrocortisone Cream be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.