Hc45 Hydrocortisone Cream 15g: Eczema Relief

Hc45 cream is provides effective relief from symptoms associated with contact dermatitis, allergic contact dermatitis, insect bite reactions and mild to moderate eczema.

This is a Pharmacy Medicine item. We will ask you to complete a questionnaire to ensure this is appropriate for you which our pharmacist will check.

Feature

Hc45 is a smooth, white cream

Warnings

Do not use if:
•The patient is under the age of 10 years without medical supervision.

•The product should not be used on the eyes or face, the ano-genital area or on broken or infected skin including impetigo, cold sores, acne or athlete's foot.
•Do not cover the treated area with dressings.
•This product contains cetomacrogol emulsifying wax with Cetostearyl Alcohol, which may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).

•Please consult your pharmacist or doctor before using this medicine if you are currently pregnant, likely to get pregnant or breastfeeding.
•Please consult your pharmacist or doctor if you are currently taking any other medicines as this may cause an interaction.
•If you think you may be allergic to any of the ingredients contained in this medicine, please seek medical advice before taking.
•If you have any questions after you have bought this medication, please speak to your pharmacist.

Product Specification

Active ingredients: Hydrocortisone Acetate BP 1.0% w/w

Other ingredients: White soft paraffin, Liquid paraffin, Phenoxyethanol, Purified water, Cetomacrogol emulsifying wax (includes cetostearyl alcohol)

Uses

Apply sparingly to a small area, once or twice a day, for a maximum of 7 days.

Tips and Advice

If you suffer from eczema and wish to prevent flare ups, please moisturise daily with a highly moisturising cream such as Diprobase or E45 cream