Sentences with phrase «over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream»

Try washing the area with an over-the-counter antibacterial wash (like Cetaphil) and applying an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream twice a day; if that doesn't bring relief within three days, see a derm or your ob - gyn for topical or oral antibiotics.

If the blemish is deep, dab on some over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream, Dr. Kazin suggests.

«Use ice cubes to stop the itching; over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream or aloe vera gel will also diminish the itch and reduce swelling,» she adds.

Not exact matches

Over-the-counter hydrocortisone 1 % cream is typically effective at reducing inflammation when applied first and then layered with another diaper rash cream.

For itchy bites, apply an ice pack or an over-the-counter anti-itch cream, such as hydrocortisone, or take an over-the-counter oral antihistamine.

Over-the-counter products like calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream — as well as antihistamine pills — can help.

Over-the-counter antihistamines, such as Zyrtec, and hydrocortisone creams can also help, but if the rash continues, see a derm or an allergist.

Prescription - strength cortisone creams are far more dangerous than the hydrocortisone creams that are available over-the-counter.