Hydrocortisone Cream belongs to a group of medicines named topical cortiscosteroids that work by calming inflammation that occurs from skin conditions and reactions. In order to calm the inflammation, the cream alters the body’s responses to inflammatory reactions, therefore reducing swelling, redness and itching. nHydrocortisone Cream 1% alleviates itching and irritation for up to 12 hours and promotes the healing of :n insect bitesn mild to moderate eczeman detergent handsn nickel allergiesn plant allergiesn makeup allergiesn strong detergent chemical reactionsn dermatitisn eczeman poison ivyn poison oaknHydrocortisone cream is usually used one to four times a day for treating skin problems. It may be prescribed for treating other conditions or uses. For more information, contact your local pharmacist.