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Hydrocortisone for skin

Find out how hydrocortisone cream, ointment and lotion treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and insect bites, and how to use them.

About hydrocortisone for skin

Who can and cannot use it

How and when to use it

Side effects

Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility

Using it with other medicines and herbal supplements

Common questions