Drug details

Carmol HC (hydrocortisone acetate)

type of Corticosteroids, Topical

Carmol HC (hydrocortisone acetate) Cream USP, 1% is indicated for the relief of the inflammatory and pruritic (itching) manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses. Carmol HC is available in the generic form named hydrocortisone acetate. Side effects of Carmol HC are infrequent and occur more with occlusive dressings.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• skin reactions where the medication is applied (burning, irritation, itching, redness, dryness)
• skin thinning
• blistering skin, or
• stretch marks.
  

The following drugs are related to Carmol HC, either as a replacement or used together:

• Elocon (mometasone furoate)
• Ultravate Cream (halobetasol propionate)
• Hydro 35 (hydrating topical foam)