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Alclometasone vs. Hydrocortisone

Alclometasone dipropionate is a low potency (strength) topical steroid medication that comes in both cream and ointment. It's used to relieve inflammation and itching from various skin conditions, such as eczema or allergic reactions. The medication can be used in adults and children 1 year and older. Typically, it's applied to the affected area(s) of the skin 2 or 3 times a day. While most people experience few to no side effects, some might have skin irritation or burning at the application site.

• Inflammatory and itchy skin conditions

Alclometasone cream:

• Itching (2%)
• Burning (2%)
• Skin redness (2%)
• Dry skin (2%)
• Irritation (2%)
• Itchy red bumps (2%)

Alclometasone ointment:

• Itching (1%)
• Burning (1%)
• Skin redness (1%)

• Changes in stress hormone levels
• Skin infection
• Skin irritation

Topical hydrocortisone is a steroid medication used to treat different skin conditions, such as eczema. It's available in many different formulations, including cream, ointment, lotion, and solution. Some strengths are found over the counter (e.g., hydrocortisone 1%), while you need a prescription for others (e.g., hydrocortisone 2.5%). In general, most people experience few to no side effects while using topical hydrocortisone as directed. Rarely, topical hydrocortisone might cause topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). Watch out for skin rashes and irritations that get worse after stopping this medication.

Short-term relief of skin irritations (e.g., itching) due to:

• Skin inflammation
• Skin rashes
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Insect bites
• Poison ivy or oak
• Skin allergies
• Dry scalp
• Genital or rectal irritation

• Burning
• Itching
• Skin irritation
• Dry skin
• Inflamed hair follicles

• Hormone problems and withdrawal
• High blood sugar
• New or worsened skin infection
• Skin problems