Generic for HYDROCORTISONE
Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent
A mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols (fatty alcohols, not drinking alcohol). Used to thicken and stabilize creams and ointments. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Preservative
A preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Preservative
A paraben preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause contact dermatitis in paraben-sensitive individuals.
Wetting Agent
A surfactant used to improve drug dissolution. Can cause skin irritation in some individuals.
Stiffening Agent
Unbleached beeswax. Used to thicken and stabilize ointments and creams. Animal-derived (from bees) — relevant for vegan patients.
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Filler/Binder
Emollient/Vehicle
Emollient/Barrier
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol |
| Methylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Propylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Sodium Lauryl Sulfate | Wetting Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Surfactant |
| Yellow Wax | Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Insect |
| Aluminum Sulfate | — | No |
| Calcium Acetate | — | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Icodextrin | — | No |
| Maltodextrin | Filler/Binder | No |
| Mineral Oil | Emollient/Vehicle | No |
| Petrolatum | Emollient/Barrier | No |
| Sodium Cetostearyl Sulfate | — | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
1 ingredient may have cross-contamination risk with gluten (source-dependent):
1 ingredient may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of Hydrocortisone that avoid allergens found in this formulation.