Looking for a topical medicine that can help reduce inflammation and skin reactions caused by eczema, dermatitis, or insect bites? Consider Hydrocortisone 1% ointment, which contains the corticosteroid hydrocortisone.
This ointment can be applied directly to the affected area of skin, providing relief from redness, itching, swelling, and irritation. It is safe for use on all types of skin, including sensitive skin. And because it is a topical medicine, it avoids the potential side effects that can come with taking oral steroids.
If you’re dealing with any type of skin inflammation or reaction, give Hydrocortisone ointment a try. You’ll be glad you did!
Can someone who is pregnant or breastfeeding use Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment?
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, suspect you are pregnant or breast-feeding
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Can you buy Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment Over the counter?
Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment is available to buy over the counter. You do not need a prescription to buy Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment but you might be asked some questions about your medical health when you add it to your basket.
Always use this medicine exactly as instructed in this leaflet.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Do not exceed the stated dose.
Not for use by children under 10 years of age without medical advice.
For application to the surface of the skin only:
Wash your hands thoroughly before use.
Apply the ointment sparingly to the affected area, once or twice a day for a maximum of 7 days. Massage the ointment gently into the affected area to help absorption into the skin.
Once applied, do not cover the area with a dressing or plaster. If the condition has not improved after 7 days, or worsens, consult your doctor
Delivery Options
Delivery options
All deliveries are subject to the availability of the product and product sale conditions been met.
Order & Collect
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UK Delivery
Standard Delivery within the UK £3.50 Delivery time 3-4 days First Class Delivery within the UK £5.90 Delivery time 1-2 days Priority Delivery within the UK £7.10. Next day delivery by 1pm. Order must be placed by 1pm. Priority delivery is only available Monday to Thursday.
Europe Delivery
Standard Delivery within EEC from £12.50 Delivery time up to 5 days depending on the local delivery service within your country. Expedited Delivery within EEC £39.50 Delivery time 2 days. Delivery by DHL, UPS or TNT.
Rest of the World
Standard Delivery Rest of the World from £16.10 Delivery Time 10 – 15 Days Expedited Delivery Rest of the World £55.09 Delivery 5 days. Delivery service by DHL, TNT or UPS
What you need to know before you use Hydrocortisone 1%w/w Ointment
Do not use Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment: • if you are allergic to hydrocortisone or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6). • if you have a bacterial infection (e.g. impetigo), viral infection (e.g. cold sores ‘herpes simplex’, chicken pox) or fungal infection (e.g. tinea, also called ‘athlete’s foot’, ringworm or thrush) of the skin. • on your face or near your eyes, on the anal or genital region, or on broken skin. Take special care with Hydrocortisone Ointment Hydrocortisone Ointment is not suitable for use in the following: • allergic skin reactions including temporary red or raised areas on your skin (short lived ‘wheal and flare’ reactions) • conditions involving the deeper skin layers, such as granulomas • psoriasis (long term scaly skin condition); only use this product on medical advice and with careful supervision by your doctor. Do not cover the area with a plaster or dressing of any kind after application of Hydrocortisone Ointment. Take great care to apply the ointment sparingly to the skin of infants or children, especially in the nappy area which can be covered for long periods. Covering the treated area can increase absorption. Treatment for infants must not exceed 7 days. Do not apply the product to your face for long periods of time. If your condition worsens during use consult a pharmacist or doctor – you may be experiencing an allergic reaction, have an infection or your condition requires a different treatment. If you experience a recurrence of your condition shortly after stopping treatment, within 2 weeks, do not restart using the cream/ointment without consulting a pharmacist or doctor. If your condition has resolved and on recurrence the redness extends beyond the initial treatment area and you experience a burning sensation please seek medical advice before restarting treatment. Other medicines and Hydrocortisone Ointment Please tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Pregnancy and breast-feeding Tell your doctor if you are or may be pregnant. Ask your doctor for advice before taking any medicine during pregnancy. There is a very small risk of abnormalities in the unborn child if this product is used during pregnancy. If you are breast-feeding, do not apply the product to your chest area. Hydrocortisone Ointment contains wool fat Hydrocortis
Side Effects
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Hydrocortisone Ointment can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. You may notice the following: • rash, itchy skin, swelling of the lips, eyes, tongue, or difficulty in breathing may be signs of an allergic reaction. Stop using Hydrocortisone Ointment immediately. • ‘stretch marks’ may appear, especially where skin is in folds such as the groin or armpits. • Steroid withdrawal reaction: If used continuously for prolonged periods a withdrawal reaction may occur on stopping treatment with some or all of the following features: redness of the skin which can extend beyond the initial area treated, a burning or stinging sensation, intense itching, peeling of the skin, oozing open sores. Reporting of side effects If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting systems below: United Kingdom: Yellow Card Scheme. Website: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store
Ingredients
What Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment contains:
The active substance is hydrocortisone and the ointment contains 10 mg in every 1 g (1%).
The other ingredients are wool fat (lanolin), liquid paraffin and white soft paraffin
How to Store
How to store Hydrocortisone 1% Ointment
Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not store above 25˚C. Store in the original package and keep the tube in the outer carton. Do not use Hydrocortisone Ointment after the expiry date which is stated on the tube/carton. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
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