Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream 15g

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Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream 15g. Effective relief of mild eczema, dermatitis and insect bite reactions with 1% hydrocortisone. Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream 15g is a pharmacy medicine (P) containing hydrocortisone 1% w/w, a mild topical corticosteroid used for the short-term relief of inflammatory skin conditions. It helps reduce redness, itching and inflammation associated with mild eczema, allergic contact dermatitis, irritant dermatitis and reactions to insect bites and stings. Suitable for adults and children aged 10 years and over, it should only be used for short periods as directed.. Quick Highlights. Contains Hydrocortisone 1% w/w. 15g cream. Pharmacy Medicine (P). Helps relieve itching, redness and inflammation. For mild eczema and dermatitis. Suitable for insect bite and sting reactions. Suitable for adults and children aged 10 years and over. Short-term treatment only. Easy-to-apply cream. Trusted Ovelle skincare. Helps calm inflamed skin. Always read the label before use. Product Facts. Feature. Details. Product Name. Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream. Active Ingredient. Hydrocortisone 1% w/w. Format. Cream. Pack Size. 15g. Medicine Classification. Pharmacy Medicine (P). Suitable For. Adults and children aged 10 years and over. Who Is It For. Suitable for:. Adults with mild eczema. Adults with allergic contact dermatitis. Adults with irritant dermatitis. Adults with reactions to insect bites or stings. Children aged 10 years and over (under adult supervision). Individuals requiring short-term relief of inflamed skin. Key Benefits. Relieves inflammation associated with mild eczema.. Helps reduce redness and swelling.. Relieves itching caused by inflammatory skin conditions.. Helps relieve symptoms of allergic and irritant contact dermatitis.. Suitable for short-term treatment of insect bite reactions.. Easy-to-apply cream formulation.. Contains hydrocortisone 1% w/w.. Pharmacy-strength topical corticosteroid.. Why Choose This Product. Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream provides effective short-term relief from inflamed, itchy skin caused by a range of mild inflammatory skin conditions. The 1% hydrocortisone formulation works directly at the site of inflammation to reduce redness and irritation, helping restore skin comfort. The compact 15g tube is convenient for home use or while travelling.. Helpful Product Information. Quick Answer. Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream is a mild steroid cream used for the short-term treatment of mild eczema, dermatitis and reactions to insect bites by helping reduce inflammation, redness and itching.. Common Questions. How often should I apply it?. Usually once or twice daily unless otherwise directed by your healthcare professional.. Can I use it on my face?. Only if specifically advised by a healthcare professional and for short periods.. Can children use it?. Suitable for children aged 10 years and over. Do not use in younger children unless advised by a doctor.. How long should I use it?. Use for the shortest time necessary. If symptoms persist beyond 7 days, seek medical advice.. Trust & Pharmacist Advice. Hydrocortisone 1% is a mild topical corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation in the skin. It is intended for short-term use only and should be applied sparingly to affected areas. Using more than recommended or for prolonged periods may increase the risk of skin thinning and other side effects.. Do not apply to broken skin, infected skin, acne, rosacea, fungal infections or untreated viral skin infections such as cold sores or chickenpox. If your symptoms worsen, spread, become infected or do not improve within 7 days, stop treatment and seek advice from your pharmacist or GP. Moisturisers (emollients) remain the cornerstone of eczema management and should continue to be used regularly alongside hydrocortisone, allowing sufficient time between applications.. Not Suitable For. Do not use if:. You are allergic to hydrocortisone or any ingredient.. The skin is infected unless appropriate anti-infective treatment is being used.. You have acne vulgaris.. You have rosacea.. You have untreated fungal skin infections.. You have viral skin infections (such as cold sores or chickenpox).. On children under 10 years unless advised by a doctor.. On broken skin.. Under airtight dressings unless directed by a healthcare professional.. How to Use. Wash and dry the affected area before application.. Apply a thin layer to the affected skin.. Massage in gently until absorbed.. Apply once or twice daily.. Wash your hands after application unless treating the hands.. Do not use continuously for more than 7 days unless advised by your doctor.. Always follow the instructions in the Patient Information Leaflet.. Ingredients. Active Ingredient. Hydrocortisone 1% w/w. For the full list of excipients, please refer to the patient information leaflet supplied with the product.. Nutritional Information. Not applicable.. This is a Pharmacy Medicine (P).. Warnings. Always read the label and package leaflet before use.. For external use only.. Avoid contact with the eyes.. Do not apply to infected skin unless instructed by a healthcare professional.. Do not use on large areas of skin.. Do not cover with airtight dressings unless advised by a healthcare professional.. If symptoms worsen or fail to improve after 7 days, seek medical advice.. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.. Store according to the instructions on the packaging.. Delivery in Ireland. Order Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream 15g online from Lir Pharmacy for fast, reliable delivery throughout Ireland. As this is a Pharmacy Medicine, your order may require review by our pharmacy team to ensure it is suitable for you. We provide genuine pharmacy products, expert pharmacist support and secure nationwide delivery.. FAQs. 1. What is Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream used for?. Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream is used for the short-term treatment of mild inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, allergic contact dermatitis, irritant dermatitis and reactions to insect bites and stings. It helps reduce redness, itching and swelling.. 2. How does hydrocortisone cream work?. Hydrocortisone is a mild corticosteroid that works by reducing inflammation in the skin. This helps relieve redness, itching, swelling and irritation associated with certain skin conditions.. 3. Can I use Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream on eczema?. Yes. It is indicated for the short-term treatment of mild eczema. Continue to use your regular emollient alongside treatment, allowing time between applying each product.. 4. How often should I apply Ovelle Hydrocortisone Cream?. Apply a thin layer once or twice daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional. Use the minimum amount needed to control symptoms.. 5. How long can I use Ovelle Hydrocortisone Cream?. It should normally be used for no longer than 7 days unless advised otherwise by your doctor. If symptoms persist, seek medical advice.. 6. Can I use Ovelle Hydrocortisone Cream on my face?. Only on the advice of a healthcare professional. Facial skin is thinner and more prone to side effects from topical corticosteroids.. 7. Can children use Ovelle Hydrocortisone Cream?. It is suitable for children aged 10 years and over. Younger children should only use hydrocortisone under medical supervision.. 8. Can I use it on infected skin?. No. It should not be applied to untreated bacterial, viral or fungal skin infections unless specifically advised by a healthcare professional.. 9. Can I use moisturiser with hydrocortisone cream?. Yes. Regular emollients remain an important part of managing eczema and dry skin. Leave time between applying the moisturiser and hydrocortisone cream to allow each product to absorb.. 10. What side effects can occur?. When used correctly for short periods, side effects are uncommon. Prolonged or excessive use may increase the risk of skin thinning, stretch marks or changes in skin pigmentation.. 11. When should I seek medical advice?. Seek medical advice if symptoms worsen, become infected, spread rapidly or fail to improve after 7 days of treatment.. 12. Why buy Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream 15g from Lir Pharmacy?. Lir Pharmacy supplies genuine pharmacy medicines with fast Irish delivery and professional pharmacist support. As a registered Irish pharmacy, we provide expert advice to help ensure medicines are used safely and appropriately.. Product Details. Feature. Details. Brand. Ovelle. Product Name. Ovelle Hydrocortisone 1% Cream. Active Ingredient. Hydrocortisone 1% w/w. Pack Size. 15g. Format. Cream. Medicine Type. Pharmacy Medicine (P). Suitable Age. Adults and children aged 10 years and over. Route of Administration. Topical

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