Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use hydrocortisone topical if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
any type of skin infection;
a skin reaction to any steroid medicine;
liver disease; or
an adrenal gland disorder.
Steroid medicines can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes.
Do not give  hydrocortisone topical to a child younger than 2 years old without medical advice.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you apply hydrocortisone topical to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth.
