Chemical name: Hydrocortisone Cream Hydrocortisone is a prescription topical corticosteroid used to counter inflammatory skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis, among others, as well at to reduce inflammation due to bites or stings from insects. Hydrocortisone may also be used to treat diaper rash for infants, but generally only when non-medicated product approaches to it have been ineffective. Hydrocortisone creams will have the primary active hydrocortisone ingredient mixed with emollients that work to hydrate the skin more thoroughly and aid in relief of inflammatory skin conditions. This product is not to be confused withhydrocortisone butyrate, which is a much stronger prescription corticosteroid cream that is only prescribed for severe skin conditions. Hydrocortisone cream is available in both 1% and 2.5% strength formulations and ordering from Canada Pharmacy gives you the opportunity to order these medications online at the best price. You can get to-your-door delivery as part of your account here, and both product quality and customer satisfaction are guaranteed.
Cortate Cream (Hydrocortisone)
- Apply a small quantity of hydrocortisone cream to affected areas of the skin. Rub the cream into the skin until it has been absorbed and is no longer visible on top of it. Do not use hydrocortisone cream on areas where there is broken skin or open wounds or sores. It is also important to not apply it to any infected areas of skin unless that are has been previously treated with an anti-infective agent likemiconazoleorclotrimazole. Apply hydrocortisone cream once or twice a day, or differently only as directed by a physician. The standard guideline is that it should not be applied more than twice a day. It is unlikely that a physician would suggest exceeding this number of applications. Leave the area of skin alone after applying hydrocortisone cream, and avoid touching it unless necessary. After apply hydrocortisone cream you should wash your hands (unless the hands are the treatment area)
