How are different types of eczema treated?
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Hydrocortisone butyrate is a topical steroid that helps manage mild to moderate eczema. It comes in a dose of 0.1% and is used twice a day.
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Hydrocortisone is a topical steroid that can help manage eczema, a common (affecting around 10% of people worldwide)1, long-term, inflammatory condition. It ranges from mild to severe, with treatment tailored to match your symptoms.
Hydrocortisone is typically used to treat mild eczema by reducing swelling, pain, and redness.
Hydrocortisone is a mild steroid that works by reducing inflammation. The exact way it does this isnโt fully understood, but itโs thought to inhibit the release of pro-inflammatory molecules (chemicals that cause swelling).2
You can use hydrocortisone on your face, but you should only use it sparingly and under the supervision of your doctor. You should also avoid using it on sensitive areas, such as around your eyes, to reduce the risk of side effects like skin thinning.
No, Hydrocortisone butyrate is only available with a prescription from a doctor. This way, they can make sure itโs suitable for your condition and monitor your health throughout the treatment.
Eczema can be difficult to manage, and misusing steroids can result in serious side effects, so itโs best to use them under a doctor’s supervision.
Hydrocortisone is available in a 0.1% dose. Itโs applied to the affected areas for a maximum of two weeks.

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Apply a thin layer of hydrocortisone to the affected areas of your skin and rub it in. Apply it twice a day, morning and evening.
You should only use hydrocortisone for a maximum of two weeks. Using it for longer than this can lead to steroid withdrawal symptoms. This happens when your body becomes used to the steroid, so when you stop using it, unpleasant reactions occur, such as increased inflammation and peeling skin. Your doctor will try their best to prevent this from happening by gradually decreasing your dose.

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Hydrocortisone isnโt suitable for everyone, and there are some things that you need to be aware of when using it.
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