DESCRIPTION: Hydrocortisone acetate cream is a topical corticosteroid used to treat skin conditions involving inflammation, itching, and irritation. It can be used for;
• Eczema
• Dermatitis (contact, atopic, seborrheic)
• Allergic skin reactions
• Rashes
• Insect bites
• Psoriasis (mild cases)
• Anal itching or inflammation (in hemorrhoid creams)
Hydrocortisone acetate reduces skin inflammation by suppressing the immune response and blocking inflammatory chemicals like prostaglandins and cytokines.