Hydrocortisone cream is a topical medication used to treat a variety of skin conditions, including eczema, psoriasis, and insect bites. It is a corticosteroid that works by reducing inflammation and itching.

Medication:
The active ingredient in Hydrocortisone cream is hydrocortisone. Hydrocortisone is a type of corticosteroid, which is a class of medications that reduce inflammation.

Composition:
Hydrocortisone cream is typically available in strengths of 1%, 2.5%, and 5%. The strength of the cream will depend on the severity of the skin condition being treated.

Therapeutic Category:
Hydrocortisone cream is classified as a topical corticosteroid.

Prescription-based / OTC:
Hydrocortisone cream is available over-the-counter (OTC) in strengths of 1% and 2.5%. Strengths of 5% and higher are prescription-only.

Number of tubes in a pack/Quantity:
Hydrocortisone cream is typically available in tubes of 15g, 30g, and 60g.

Variant/Doasge eg Daily/ hours/weekly:
Hydrocortisone cream is typically applied to the affected area two to four times a day. The duration of treatment will vary depending on the skin condition being treated.

Product Substitutes:
There are a number of other topical corticosteroids available, including mometasone furoate, betamethasone dipropionate, and fluticasone propionate. Your doctor may recommend a different topical corticosteroid if Hydrocortisone cream is not suitable for you.

Manufacturer/Marketer:
Hydrocortisone cream is manufactured by a number of different pharmaceutical companies, including GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Novartis, and Pfizer.

Country of Origin:
Hydrocortisone cream is typically manufactured in the United Kingdom.