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Patient Information Leaflet
HYDROCORTISONE 1.0% w/w CREAM (15g PACK)
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine.
· Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
· If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
· You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after one
week.
· This medicine is for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their
symptoms are the same as yours.
· If any side effect becomes more serious, or if you notice any side effect not listed in this
leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this Leaflet:
1. What Hydrocortisone Cream is and
what it is used for
2. Before you use Hydrocortisone Cream
3. How to use Hydrocortisone Cream
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Hydrocortisone Cream
6. Further information
1. WHAT HYDROCORTISONE CREAM IS
AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR
The name of your medicine is:
Hydrocortisone 1.0% w/w Cream (15g Pack)
It is used for the treatment of irritant dermatitis,
allergic contact dermatitis, insect bite reactions
and mild to moderate eczema.
2. BEFORE YOU USE HYDROCORTISONE
CREAM
Do not use:
· If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to
corticosteroids, including hydrocortisone.
· If you are allergic to any of the other ingredients.
· If you suffer from a chronic skin disease
(psoriasis) marked by itchy, scaly patches,
unless instructed to do so by your doctor.
· If you are pregnant or breast feeding, unless
instructed by your doctor.
· On broken or infected skin including cold sores,
acne and atheletes foot.
· On the face, eyes, anal or genital area.
If you are unsure, or if you have any further
questions, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before
using Hydrocortisone Cream.
important information about some of the
Hydrocortisone Cream is one of a group of
medicines called topical steroids. Topical means ingredients of Hydrocortisone Cream:
they are put on the skin. Topical steroids reduce
the redness and itchiness of certain skin problems. This medicine contains propylene glycol, which
may cause skin irritation, and
parahydroxybenzoates (preservatives), which may
cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
3. HOW TO USE HYDROCORTISONE
CREAM
5. HOW TO STORE HYDROCORTISONE
CREAM
Always use Hydrocortisone Cream as explained
in this leaflet. You should check with your doctor
or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Precautions for use:
· For external use only.
· Do not use with bandages or dressings that do
not allow the air to circulate to the affected area
(occlusive dressings).
· Refer to Do not use information in section 2.
Do not use Hydrocortisone Cream after the expiry
date which is stated on the tube and carton. The
expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Directions for use:
Adults and children aged 10 years and over:
· Wash you hands before and after application,
unless used for treating the hands.
· Use the cream sparingly over a small area
once or twice a day.
· Rub in gently until the cream disappears.
· If you forget to use your cream at the right
time, use it as soon as you remember, then
continue as before.
· Do not use for more than one week. If the
condition does not improve after one week consult
your doctor. If used for a longer period of time
you increase the possibility of absorption through
the skin and therefore the likelihood of side effects.
Store below 25oC and protect from light.
Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines
no longer required.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Hydrocortisone Cream contains:
The active substance is hydrocortisone 1.0% w/w.
The other ingredients are glyceryl monostearate,
isopropyl myristate, polypropylene-15-stearyl ether,
synthetic beeswax (contains wool alcohol),
propylene glycol, aluminium magnesium silicate,
polyoxytheylene-10-stearyl ether, polysorbate 80,
citric acid monohydrate, nipasept sorbate (contains
parahydroxybenzoates: E215, E217 and E219)
and deionised water.
What Hydrocortisone Cream looks like and
contents of the pack:
This medicine is a soft white cream, contained in
a tube with a screw cap. The tube is presented in
If you have any further questions on the use of this a carton with an information leaflet.
product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Each tube contains 15g of Hydrocortisone Cream.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Children under 10 years of age:
Do not use without medical supervision.
PL 16431/0028
Like all medicines, as well as benefits,
Marketing Authorisation Holder:
Hydrocortisone Cream can cause side effects. Most
of these side effects are rare, affecting less than Ayrton Saunders Limited.
9 Arkwright Road, Astmoor Industrial Estate,
1 in 1000 patients.
Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 1NU
email: [email protected]
If you have an allergic reaction (e.g. skin rash,
burning, red or itchy skin) or allergic contact
dermatitis, stop using the cream immediately, Manufacturer:
and talk to your doctor.
Pharmasol Limited
North Way, Walworth Industrial Estate, Andover,
Other side effects that may occur:
SP10 5AZ, UK.
· Slight stinging sensation.
· Thinning of the skin.
This leaflet was last revised in April 2011
· Reddish purple lines (stretch marks).
· Steroid induced acne.
· Problems when stopping use of this
medicine (topical steroid withdrawal
syndrome).
If any of these side effects occur, you should consult
your doctor or pharmacist.
HYDROCORTISONE 1.0% w/w CREAM (15g PACK)
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine.
· Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
· If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
· You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after one
week.
· This medicine is for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their
symptoms are the same as yours.
· If any side effect becomes more serious, or if you notice any side effect not listed in this
leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this Leaflet:
1. What Hydrocortisone Cream is and
what it is used for
2. Before you use Hydrocortisone Cream
3. How to use Hydrocortisone Cream
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Hydrocortisone Cream
6. Further information
1. WHAT HYDROCORTISONE CREAM IS
AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR
The name of your medicine is:
Hydrocortisone 1.0% w/w Cream (15g Pack)
It is used for the treatment of irritant dermatitis,
allergic contact dermatitis, insect bite reactions
and mild to moderate eczema.
2. BEFORE YOU USE HYDROCORTISONE
CREAM
Do not use:
· If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to
corticosteroids, including hydrocortisone.
· If you are allergic to any of the other ingredients.
· If you suffer from a chronic skin disease
(psoriasis) marked by itchy, scaly patches,
unless instructed to do so by your doctor.
· If you are pregnant or breast feeding, unless
instructed by your doctor.
· On broken or infected skin including cold sores,
acne and atheletes foot.
· On the face, eyes, anal or genital area.
If you are unsure, or if you have any further
questions, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before
using Hydrocortisone Cream.
important information about some of the
Hydrocortisone Cream is one of a group of
medicines called topical steroids. Topical means ingredients of Hydrocortisone Cream:
they are put on the skin. Topical steroids reduce
the redness and itchiness of certain skin problems. This medicine contains propylene glycol, which
may cause skin irritation, and
parahydroxybenzoates (preservatives), which may
cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
3. HOW TO USE HYDROCORTISONE
CREAM
5. HOW TO STORE HYDROCORTISONE
CREAM
Always use Hydrocortisone Cream as explained
in this leaflet. You should check with your doctor
or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Precautions for use:
· For external use only.
· Do not use with bandages or dressings that do
not allow the air to circulate to the affected area
(occlusive dressings).
· Refer to Do not use information in section 2.
Do not use Hydrocortisone Cream after the expiry
date which is stated on the tube and carton. The
expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Directions for use:
Adults and children aged 10 years and over:
· Wash you hands before and after application,
unless used for treating the hands.
· Use the cream sparingly over a small area
once or twice a day.
· Rub in gently until the cream disappears.
· If you forget to use your cream at the right
time, use it as soon as you remember, then
continue as before.
· Do not use for more than one week. If the
condition does not improve after one week consult
your doctor. If used for a longer period of time
you increase the possibility of absorption through
the skin and therefore the likelihood of side effects.
Store below 25oC and protect from light.
Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines
no longer required.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Hydrocortisone Cream contains:
The active substance is hydrocortisone 1.0% w/w.
The other ingredients are glyceryl monostearate,
isopropyl myristate, polypropylene-15-stearyl ether,
synthetic beeswax (contains wool alcohol),
propylene glycol, aluminium magnesium silicate,
polyoxytheylene-10-stearyl ether, polysorbate 80,
citric acid monohydrate, nipasept sorbate (contains
parahydroxybenzoates: E215, E217 and E219)
and deionised water.
What Hydrocortisone Cream looks like and
contents of the pack:
This medicine is a soft white cream, contained in
a tube with a screw cap. The tube is presented in
If you have any further questions on the use of this a carton with an information leaflet.
product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Each tube contains 15g of Hydrocortisone Cream.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Children under 10 years of age:
Do not use without medical supervision.
PL 16431/0028
Like all medicines, as well as benefits,
Marketing Authorisation Holder:
Hydrocortisone Cream can cause side effects. Most
of these side effects are rare, affecting less than Ayrton Saunders Limited.
9 Arkwright Road, Astmoor Industrial Estate,
1 in 1000 patients.
Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 1NU
email: [email protected]
If you have an allergic reaction (e.g. skin rash,
burning, red or itchy skin) or allergic contact
dermatitis, stop using the cream immediately, Manufacturer:
and talk to your doctor.
Pharmasol Limited
North Way, Walworth Industrial Estate, Andover,
Other side effects that may occur:
SP10 5AZ, UK.
· Slight stinging sensation.
· Thinning of the skin.
This leaflet was last revised in April 2011
· Reddish purple lines (stretch marks).
· Steroid induced acne.
· Problems when stopping use of this
medicine (topical steroid withdrawal
syndrome).
If any of these side effects occur, you should consult
your doctor or pharmacist.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
1. About hydrocortisone skin creams
Hydrocortisone creams, ointments and lotions contain a type of medicine known as a corticosteroid or 'steroid'. Corticosteroids are not the same as anabolic steroids.
Hydrocortisone creams are used on the skin to treat swelling, itching and irritation. They can help with skin problems such as:
Most hydrocortisone skin products are mild. You can buy them from pharmacies to use for certain health problems.
There is a stronger hydrocortisone cream called hydrocortisone butyrate. This is only available on prescription.
Sometimes hydrocortisone is mixed with antimicrobials (chemicals which kill germs) to treat skin problems caused by bacterial or fungal infections.
Other types of hydrocortisone
There are other types of hydrocortisone, including tablets, injections and foam.
Find out more about other ways you can use hydrocortisone to treat different health problems.
2. Key facts
- Do not use hydrocortisone skin creams in children under 10 years old unless their doctor recommends it.
- Never put hydrocortisone skin creams on your face unless your doctor says it's ok and has given you a prescription for it. It can make some skin problems of the face worse - such as impetigo, rosacea and acne.
- Creams you can buy are not supposed to be used on the eyes, around the bottom or genitals, or on broken or infected skin.
- If you buy hydrocortisone cream from a pharmacy or shop, don't use it for longer than a week.
- Most hydrocortisone creams are mild and you can buy them from pharmacies and shops. They're called by brand names such as Dermacort, Dioderm, Boots Bite and Sting Relief Hydrocortisone, Derma Care Hydrocortisone, Hc45, Zenoxone, Pinewood Bites and Stings Relief 1% cream, Lanocort and Mildison Lipocream 1% cream.
- Hydrocortisone butyrate cream, ointment or lotion is stronger and is only available on prescription. It may be called by the brand name Locoid.
3. Who can and can't use hydrocortisone skin creams
Most adults and children can use hydrocortisone skin creams.
However, don't use hydrocortisone skin products on children under 10 years old unless their doctor recommends it.
Hydrocortisone skin cream isn't suitable for some people. Tell your pharmacist or doctor before starting the medicine if you: Notebook 4 0 4.
- have had an allergic reaction to hydrocortisone or any other medicine in the past
- have a skin infection (including eye infections)
- are trying to get pregnant, are already pregnant or you're breastfeeding
4. How and when to use them
Hydrocortisone skin creams come in different strengths that vary from 0.1% (1mg hydrocortisone in each gram of cream) to 2.5% (25mg hydrocortisone in each gram of cream).
Where to get it - GP or pharmacy?
You can only buy hydrocortisone cream up to a maximum 1% strength from a pharmacy. Cream from a pharmacy should only be used for:
- contact dermatitis from allergies or chemicals
- reactions to insect bites and stings
Stronger creams are only available on prescription for long-term skin problems such as:
Creams for nappy rash and other skin problems in children under 10 years old are only available on prescription.
When you start to use hydrocortisone cream, follow the instructions from your pharmacist, doctor or the patient information leaflet in the medicine packet. They will tell you how much to use and how often.
Most people only need to use hydrocortisone cream once or twice a day for a week or two. If you use it twice a day, try to leave a gap of 8 to 12 hours between times.
Cream, ointment or lotion?
There are different types of hydrocortisone skin products. Creams are most common, but there are also hydrocortisone ointments and lotions.
As a general rule:
- hydrocortisone cream is better for skin which is moist and weepy with clear or yellow fluid
- hydrocortisone ointment is thicker and greasier - it's better for dry or flaky areas of skin
- hydrocortisone lotion is a liquid - it's good for treating the scalp and large or hairy areas of skin
How much to put on
Sometimes, the amount of cream you're told to use is measured in fingertip units. This is the amount of cream you can squeeze onto your fingertip.
As a general rule, a fingertip unit of cream should be enough to treat an area of skin that's double the size of the flat of your hand.
For babies and children, the right amount of cream depends on their age. Your doctor or pharmacist can advise you.
How to put it on
- Spread the cream in a thin layer over the area of irritated skin.
- Carefully smooth it into your skin in the direction the hair grows until it disappears.
- Be careful not to get the cream into broken skin or cuts.
- Wash your hands afterwards (unless it's your hands that you're treating).
- Use the cream on all the irritated skin, not just the worst areas.
How long to use it for
For insect bites and stings, nappy rash or contact dermatitis you'll probably only need to use hydrocortisone cream for up to a week.
For long term skin problems such as eczema and psoriasis you may need to use the cream for longer.
Using it with other skin creams
Don't put on hydrocortisone at the same time as other creams or ointments such as your, or your child's, usual moisturiser. Wait at least 10 minutes between using hydrocortisone and any other product. Ideally, use different skin products at different times of the day.
If you're using a dressing like a bandage or plaster, wait at least 10 minutes after putting hydrocortisone on. This helps to prevent side effects.
What if I forget to put it on?
If you forget to use your cream, don't worry, just do it as soon as you remember. If you don't remember until it's within a few hours of your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal routine.
5. Side effects
Mild hydrocortisone creams are very safe. Most people don't 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 cream on their skin. This stops happening after you've been using the cream for a few days.
Serious side effects
You're more likely to have a serious side effect if you use a strong hydrocortisone cream (such as hydrocortisone butyrate) or if you use hydrocortisone cream over a large patch of skin for a long time.
Side effects to the skin
If you have a skin infection, using a hydrocortisone cream can make it worse and cause it to spread.
Using hydrocortisone cream for many months at a time can cause your skin to thin or give you stretch marks. Stretch marks are likely to be permanent, but they usually fade over time.
Stop using the cream and tell your doctor straight away if your skin:
- becomes redder
- has white patches
- weeps yellow fluid
These can be signs of a new or worsening skin infection.
Side effects in the rest of the body
Very rarely, hydrocortisone from a skin cream gets through the skin into the bloodstream to cause side effects in other parts of your body.
Stop using the cream and tell your doctor straight away if you get:
- a very upset stomach or vomiting, very bad dizziness or fainting, muscle weakness, feeling very tired, mood changes, loss of appetite and weight loss - these can be signs of adrenal gland problems
- confused, sleepy, more thirsty, more hungry, peeing more often, flushing, breathing quickly or having breath that smells like fruit - these can be signs of high blood sugar
Children and teenagers
In rare cases, using hydrocortisone skin cream for a long time can slow down the normal growth of children and teenagers.
Your child's doctor will watch their growth carefully while they're using hydrocortisone cream. That way the doctor can pick up any slowing of growth quickly and change your child's treatment if necessary.
Talk to your doctor about the risks of your child using hydrocortisone cream if you're concerned.
Serious allergic reaction
It's extremely rare to have an allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to hydrocortisone skin products but if this happens to you, contact a doctor straight away.
Immediate action required: Call 999 or go to A&E if:
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- you get a skin rash that may include itchy, red, swollen, blistered or peeling skin
- you're wheezing
- you get tightness in the chest or throat
- you have trouble breathing or talking
- your mouth, face, lips, tongue or throat start swelling
You could be having a serious allergic reaction and may need immediate treatment in hospital.
These are not all the side effects of hydrocortisone skin creams. For a full list see the leaflet inside your medicine packet.
Information: You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme.
6. Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Mild hydrocortisone creams that you buy from a pharmacy are safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
As a precaution, if you're breastfeeding, wash off any cream you put on your breasts before feeding your baby.
Amandine 1 0 1 Hydrocortisone Cream 1%
Hydrocortisone butyrate is not normally recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Only use this treatment if a dermatologist (skin specialist) prescribes it and supervises your treatment.
Important
Tell your pharmacist or doctor if you're trying to get pregnant, are already pregnant or if you're breastfeeding.
7. Cautions with other medicines
It's very unlikely that other medicines - either prescribed or ones you buy from a pharmacy or shop - will interfere with the way hydrocortisone skin products work.
Important
For safety, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal medicines, vitamins or supplements.
8. Common questions
Hydrocortisone creams contain the active ingredient hydrocortisone which is a corticosteroid or 'steroid'. Hydrocortisone reduces inflammation in the skin.
The skin gets inflamed when an allergic reaction or irritation causes various chemicals to be released in the skin. These make blood vessels widen and the irritated skin becomes red, swollen, itchy and painful.
Hydrocortisone acts inside the skin cells to stop the release of these chemicals. This reduces the swelling, redness and itching.
Your skin should start to get better after you've used the cream for a few days.
That depends on why you're using it.
For insect bites and stings, nappy rash or contact dermatitis you'll probably only need to use hydrocortisone cream for up to a week.
For long term skin problems such as eczema and psoriasis you may need to use the cream for longer.
To lessen the risk of side effects your doctor may recommend that you only use hydrocortisone creams for a few weeks at a time. Once your skin is better, use moisturisers to keep it from becoming inflamed again.
Don't use a hydrocortisone skin cream on your face unless a doctor says you should and has given you a prescription for it.
The skin on your face is delicate so if hydrocorticosone cream damages it, it's particularly noticeable.
Also, some common skin problems that affect the face, such as impetigo, rosacea and acne, can be made worse by hydrocortisone.
As a general rule, once your skin has settled down your doctor will recommend that you stop using this medicine.
Using hydrocortisone skin cream continuously for a long time can mean some of the medicine gets into your bloodstream. If this happens, there's a very small chance it can cause serious side effects.
Yes, you can drink alcohol while using hydrocortisone skin cream.
No, you can eat and drink normally while using hydrocortisone skin cream.
Using hydrocortisone cream doesn't stop you or your child having vaccinations.
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But tell the healthcare professional that you're using hydrocortisone cream so they can give the vaccine in an untreated area of your skin.
Hydrocortisone creams have no effect on the fertility of men or women.
Hydrocortisone creams do not interfere with any types of contraception including the combined pill or the emergency contraception.