Hydrocortisone Ointment

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Hydrocortisone Ointment 30g £6.99

Hydrocortisone Ointment

£6.99

Hydrocortisone Ointment 1% – A mild steroid ointment for dry, inflamed, or itchy skin caused by eczema, dermatitis, or allergic reactions.

Potency: Mild
Pack size: 30g ointment

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Hydrocortisone Ointment 1% is a mild steroid treatment used to soothe dry, inflamed, or itchy skin caused by eczema, dermatitis, or allergic reactions. The ointment base is especially helpful for treating dry or thickened skin areas, providing a longer-lasting moisture barrier. At OnlineChemist, you can buy Hydrocortisone Ointment 1% online with a quick and secure consultation. Our UK-registered prescriber will assess your request, and your medication will be discreetly delivered to your home. Trusted, GPhC-regulated service with fast UK delivery.

About Hydrocortisone 1% Cream

What is Hydrocortisone Ointment 1%?

Hydrocortisone Ointment 1% is a mild topical corticosteroid used to treat dry, inflamed skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, and allergic reactions. It helps reduce redness, swelling, and itching by calming the skin’s immune response.

Why Choose Ointment Over Cream?

Ointment base is thicker and greasier, ideal for very dry or thickened skin
Forms a protective barrier to lock in moisture
Best used at night or on areas that need extra hydration

Apply a thin layer to the affected area 1–2 times daily
Do not use for more than 7 days unless directed
Wash hands before and after use
Avoid broken, infected, or delicate areas (face, genitals) unless advised

Hydrocortisone ointment is a mild topical steroid used for reducing skin inflammation caused by conditions like eczema, dermatitis, insect bites, and rashes. While generally well-tolerated, some users may experience side effects.

Common Side Effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):

Mild burning or stinging sensation
Dryness or itching at the site of application
Skin irritation

Uncommon Side Effects (especially with prolonged use or use on sensitive areas):

Thinning of the skin (skin atrophy)
Stretch marks (striae)
Lightening of the skin (hypopigmentation)
Redness or spots (perioral dermatitis)
Worsening of existing skin infections

Do not use on the face, eyes, genitals, or broken skin unless prescribed.
Limit use to 7 days unless advised otherwise.
Not suitable for infected skin unless combined with an antimicrobial.
Use sparingly and apply only to affected areas.

Hydrocortisone Product Summary

Attribute	Details
Active ingredient	Hydrocortisone
Form	Ointment
Status	Prescription only medicine (POM) or Pharmacy medicine (P) – depending on product
Drug class	Mild topical corticosteroid
Used for	Eczema, dermatitis, dry skin rashes, allergic skin reactions
Works by	Reduces inflammation, redness, itching, and swelling
Administration	Topical application (apply to the skin)
Effective within	Relief typically begins within a few hours of first application
Pack size	Commonly available in 15g and 30g tubes
Strength available	1%
Brand name	Generic or branded versions (varies by supplier)
Information leaflet	Patient information leaflet (PIL) included with product