Hydrocortisone Cream .5%

What is it?
Topical cream: Hydrocortisone .5%, as the acetate, is a smooth white viscous cream.

What is it used for ?
Minor skin irritations, Itching and rashes due to eczema, Dermatitis, Insect bites, Soaps, Detergents, cosmetics, jewellery, sunburn and prickly heat.

"How do I use it?"

A thin film should be applied to the affected area three to four times daily.

"Contraindications"

Hydrocortisone is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the product or any of its constituent ingredients, patients with tuberculosis or fungal infection and/or herpes infections of the eyes, lips, or genitals.

Warnings and Precautions

• Although extensive use of hydrocortisone has not revealed evidence that enough hydrocortisone is absorbed to have systemic effects, greater absorption because of misuse or individual variability or unusual sensitivity could lead, at least theoretically, to a systemic effect.
• Patients are advised to contact their physician if the condition under treatment worsens or if symptoms persist for more than seven days or if symptoms clear and occur again within a few days.
• Hydrocortisone is not recommended for use in children under two years of age.
• Hydrocortisone should not be used for external feminine itching if a vaginal discharge is present. It is not to be used for external anal itching if bleeding is present.
• Contact with the eyes should be avoided.
• If the product is applied with the fingertips, hands should be washed afterwards.

Adverse effects

Local irritations, secondary infections, skin atrophy. Loss of skin collagen and subcutaneous atrophy with long term use.

Customer Declaration:
I agree to use strictly as directed and if symptoms persist or if I suffer any adverse effects, I will contact my Doctor or Pharmacist. This is a "Pharmacy  Medicine". By ordering this product I acknowledge that I have read and understand the information regarding the product.