Hydrocortisone Acetate
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Molecule Summary
| Uses | Skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis |
| Therapy | Topical Steroid |
| Side Effects | Application site reactions |
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Molecule Description
Hydrocortisone Acetate is a topical medicine used to treat inflammation in various inflammatory skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, etc. It contains hydrocortisone which belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. Hydrocortisone Acetate is meant only for external application and should be applied exactly as recommended by your doctor. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Uses
Hydrocortisone Acetate is used for the treatment of various inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis.
Contraindications
When should one not use Hydrocortisone Acetate
- If you are allergic to hydrocortisone or any other ingredients of Hydrocortisone Acetate
- If you are suffering from any viral, bacterial or fungal infections
- It should not be used on the face, near the eyes, private parts, broken skin
Side effects
Common side effects of this drug are:
Application site reactions
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are suffering from any skin conditions
- You develop any allergic skin reactions
- You have psoriasis
- After applying Hydrocortisone Acetate, do not cover the area with a dressing or plaster
- In infants, treatment with this medicine should not exceed a week
- Do not use this medicine without consulting a doctor or for a longer duration than that prescribed.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Hydrocortisone works by blocking or reducing the action of some natural substances in the skin that cause swelling, redness and allergies.
Dosage
Overdose
As Hydrocortisone Acetate is meant for external application cases of overdose are unlikely. If you have applied extra quantities of it wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. Do not use this medicine more than that prescribed by the doctor.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed applying Hydrocortisone Acetate, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.
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References:
- Hydrocortisone 1% w/w Cream - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 12 June 2026]
- Hydrocortisone 1% w/w Cream - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 12 June 2026]
- Hydrocortisone Topical: MedlinePlus [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2021 [cited 12 June 2026]
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