hydrocortisone cream
Topical steroid treatment
Hydrocortisone cream is a topical medication containing a mild corticosteroid, used to relieve itching, redness, and inflammation from skin irritations like rashes, eczema, insect bites, and allergic reactions.
Low-strength versions are available over the counter; stronger concentrations require a prescription.
Apply a thin layer of hydrocortisone cream twice daily.
- steroidFour-ringed organic compound
- itchUrge to scratch
- itchy skinEpidermis causing scratch reflex
- rashHeedless or skin irritation
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
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