Product Description: Alfacort belongs to a group of medicines called topical corticosteroids may be used for treating various skin conditions including: Eczema Dermatitis, including intertrigo (irritation between skin folds) insect bite reactions Inflammation of the external ear (otitis externa) Prurigo nodularis - a long term skin condition where very itchy lumps appear Neurodermatoses- a long term skin condition where itchy skin becomes thick due to scratching nappy rash, (if there is no infection present, or existing infection is being treated with appropriate antibiotics) Caution & Warnings: Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you start to use this medicine if you: Have psoriasis; the condition may become worse after stopping long-term treatment will be applying the Alfacort to your face, particularly around the eyes. This medicine should not be used for long on the face as it may damage the facial skin will be using the Alfacort for the treatment of dermatitis or nappy rash on children and infants. Treatment in infants should be limited to a maximum of seven days. It is possible to accidentally end up using too much of cream or ointment have a skin infection. If the condition appears to be getting worse despite using antibiotics prescribed, stop using the Alfacort and contact your doctor Ingredients: Alfacort ointment contains 1% hydrocortisone.