Description
Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream, 15g
WHAT DERMACORT IS AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?
Are you experiencing itching, swelling, or redness? If so, Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream may be able to help. This medication contains 0.1% Hydrocortisone, which can reduce inflammation and promote healing. It’s also free of lanolin, making it quickly absorbed into the skin.
Dermacort cream is a great choice for those who have an intolerance to plants, insect bites or any other type of allergen. Dermacort can also be used as treatment towards mild eczema and dermatitis symptoms caused by these reactions!
Dermacort Hydrocortisone 0.1% Cream (Hydrocortisone Acetate) is a topical corticosteroid and helps relieve inflamed skin, treating conditions such as eczema or atopic dermatitis
What is Atopic eczema (atopic dermatitis)
Atopic eczema (atopic dermatitis) is the most common form of eczema, a condition that causes the skin to become itchy and dry.
Skin inflammation happens when an allergic reaction or irritation of the skin causes various substances to be released in the skin that makes blood vessels widen and result in the irritated area becoming red, swollen, itchy and painful.
Eczema is something that many people deal with, but there are ways to manage it. You can use different treatments for your symptoms and try out the ones which work best in order find relief from this frustrating condition!
- self-care techniques, such as reducing scratching and avoiding triggers
- emollients (moisturising treatments) – used on a daily basis for dry skin
- topical corticosteroids – used to reduce swelling, redness and itching during flare-ups
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What is the price of Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream in UK
The price of Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream is £
Where can you buy Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream?
You can buy Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream at Dock Pharmacy Essex UK, UK Online Pharmacy.
Can you buy Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream Over the counter?
This medicine is available to buy over the counter. You do not need a prescription to buy Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream but you might be asked some questions about your medical health when you add it to your basket.
How To Use
How to use Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream
Adults and children over 10 years: Apply a thin layer to cover the affected area once or twice a day.
_. You should find that:
– two fingertips of cream will treat both hands or one foot
– three fingertips of cream will treat one arm
• You should only apply the cream to the affected area.
• Rub in gently until the cream disappears.
• Wash your hands before and after application, unless
used for treating the hands.
Delivery Options
Delivery options
All deliveries are subject to the availability of the product and product sale conditions been met.
Order & Collect
Free next-day collection from In-Store
UK Delivery
Standard Delivery within the UK £3.50 Delivery time 3-4 days
First Class Delivery within the UK £5.90 Delivery time 1-2 days
Priority Delivery within the UK £7.10. Next day delivery by 1pm. Order must be placed by 1pm. Priority delivery is only available Monday to Thursday.
Europe Delivery
Standard Delivery within EEC from £12.50 Delivery time up to 5 days depending on the local delivery service within your country.
Expedited Delivery within EEC £39.50 Delivery time 2 days. Delivery by DHL, UPS or TNT.
Rest of the World
Standard Delivery Rest of the World from £16.10 Delivery Time 10 – 15 Days
Expedited Delivery Rest of the World £55.09 Delivery 5 days. Delivery service by DHL, TNT or UPS
For more information see our Shipping Policy or view our Return policy.
Product Details
BEFORE YOU USE DERMACORT Cream
Do not use Dermacort:
• if you have had an allergy to any creams or ointments in the past
• on the eyes or face
• on the ano-genital region
• on broken or infected skin, including cold sores, acne and athlete’s foot
• if you think you may be pregnant
• in children under 10 years of age without medical advice.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Dermacort
Dermacort contains propylene glycol which may cause skin irritation.
HOW TO STORE DERMACORT
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use Dermacort after the expiry date which is stamped on the tube and the carton.
The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
Dermacort should be stored in a cool, dry place (below 25°C).
Side Effects
Possible side effects of Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
You may find that your condition gets worse during treatment, you may be allergic to the
cream or have a skin infection. lf this happens stop using the cream and contact your
doctor or pharmacist as soon as possible.
Steroid withdrawal reaction:
If used continuously for prolonged periods a withdrawal reaction may occur on stopping
treatment with some or all of the following features: redness of the skin which can extend
beyond the initial area treated, a burning or stinging sensation, intense itching, peeling of the
skin, oozing open sores.
Uncommon side effect (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
•Blurred vision
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. This includes any
possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the
Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this
medicine.
Ingredients
Ingredients of Dermacort Hydrocortisone Cream
What Dermacort contains
The cream does not contain Lanolin.
The active substance in Dermacort is 0.1 % Hydrocortisone.
The other ingredients are propylene glycol, emulsifying ointment, citric acid and purified water
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