Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% w/w Cream 15g

It is a smooth white aqueous cream. Hydrocortisone 1% w/w Cream contains hydrocortisone 1% w/w as the active ingredient.

Hydrocortisone 1% w/w Cream is one group of medicines called corticosteroids. It works by lowering the production of substances that cause inflammation.

It is used to relieve the itching, redness, swelling, dryness, inflammation and discomfort of various skin conditions (contact dermatitis, irritant dermatitis, insect bite reactions and mild to moderate eczema).

Directions for Use:

Hydrocortisone 1% w/w Cream should be applied sparingly in a thin film and rubbed in gently with your fingertips. Hydrocortisone 1% w/w Cream should be applied once or twice daily for a maximum period of one week (7days), or as directed by your doctor. When skin condition improves, frequency of application can be gradually reduced.

Do not cover the area with plaster or any dressings (including nappies).

How to apply this medicine: 

If your doctor has asked you to apply some cream to the affected area, follow the instructions below on how to apply this medicine:

• Wash your hands.
• Squeeze a small amount of the ointment onto your fingertip.
• Gently rub a small layer of ointment over the inflamed, itchy area.
• Wash your hands

Warning & Precautions:

Hydrocortisone 1% w/w Cream is not recommended for use in children under 12 years without medical supervision.

Do not bandage the treated area unless directed to do so by your doctor.

• Continuous application without interruption will result in permanent damage of the skin, particularly on the face.
• Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this product if you have adrenal gland tumour (pheochromocytoma).
• Cetostearyl alcohol may cause local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) and chlorocresol may cause allergic reactions.
• If you experience a recurrence of your condition shortly after stopping treatment, within 2 weeks, do not restart using the cream without consulting a pharmacist or doctor.
• If your condition has resolved and on recurrence the redness extends beyond the initial treatment area, and you experience a burning sensation please seek medical advice before restarting treatment
• Contact your doctor if you experience blurred vision or other visual disturbances

Contains:

The active substance is hydrocortisone. The other ingredients are white soft paraffin, cetomacrogol emulsifying wax (containing cetostearyl alcohol and macrogol cetostearyl ether), liquid paraffin, chlorocresol (as a preservative) and purified water.

Keep all medicines out the sight and reach of children.

Always consult the Patient Information Leaflet before using this medicine.