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Efficort Cream
Hydrocortisone acetate 1% w/w
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Efficort Cream is used for relief of inflammation, redness and itching in corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions such as eczema (atopic/contact dermatitis), allergic rashes, insect bite reactions and mild psoriasis (as advised by a doctor).
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Key details
Salt: Hydrocortisone acetate 1% w/w
Available variants: cream 1%w/w 10GM
Price: ₹181 (₹18.11 per g)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD
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Composition of Efficort Cream
Efficort Cream contains Hydrocortisone acetate 1% w/w. It belongs to the Low-potency topical glucocorticoid class of medicines.
Uses of Efficort Cream
- Inflammation
- Redness
- Itching in corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions such as eczema (atopic
- Contact dermatitis)
- Allergic rashes
- Insect bite reactions
- Mild psoriasis (as advised by a doctor)
Benefits of Efficort Cream
- In Inflammation
- Efficort powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly.
- In Allergic reactions
- Efficort calms a severe allergic reaction, reducing swelling, rash and breathing difficulty.
- In Autoimmune conditions
- Efficort dampens the immune system's attack on the body's own tissues, controlling flares of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and inflammatory bowel disease.
- In Asthma flare
- Efficort settles the airway inflammation of a severe asthma attack over a few days, restoring normal breathing and preventing the attack from worsening.
How Efficort Cream works
Hydrocortisone is a low‑potency topical corticosteroid. It reduces release of inflammatory mediators in the skin and suppresses immune reactions, thereby decreasing redness, swelling and itching.
How to take Efficort Cream
For external use only. Apply a thin layer to the affected area 1–2 times daily or as prescribed; rub in gently. Use the smallest amount for the shortest duration; wash hands after use. Avoid use on broken skin, eyes, inside mouth/nose and do not cover with occlusive dressings unless advised.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause weight gain, high blood sugar, bone thinning and suppression of the body's own steroid production when it is taken over a prolonged period. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Efficort Cream
Most side effects of Efficort are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Burning or stinging at application site
- itching
- dryness
- redness
- irritation
- skin thinning (atrophy) with prolonged use
- acne/folliculitis
- hypopigmentation
- stretch marks
- increased hair growth
- secondary infection
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Efficort Cream
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Alcohol may worsen the side effects of this medicine. Limit it.
- PregnancyUNSAFE
- Use with caution / Consult doctor (especially avoid large-area or prolonged use)
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
- LiverCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have liver disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function.
Warnings and precautions
Do not use on untreated bacterial, fungal or viral skin infections (e.g., ringworm, herpes, chickenpox) unless prescribed with appropriate anti-infective treatment. Prolonged or extensive use, use under occlusion, on face/groin/armpits, or in children can increase absorption and risk of systemic steroid effects. Stop and consult a doctor if irritation, worsening, or signs of infection occur. Avoid long-term continuous use; use with caution in diabetes, glaucoma/cataract (avoid near eyes).
Do not take Efficort if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an untreated systemic infection, except where the steroid is part of the treatment.
Interactions with other medicines
No major interactions expected with typical topical use. Increased systemic effects possible if used over large areas/under occlusion with other corticosteroids; caution with strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ritonavir, ketoconazole) if significant absorption is expected.
How to store Efficort Cream
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from heat and direct light. Keep the tube tightly closed and out of reach of children.
Quick tips for Efficort Cream
- Take the whole daily dose in the morning with food, unless your doctor directs otherwise.
- This suits the body's own rhythm and helps you sleep.
- Carry a steroid card or note if you are on a long course.
- Watch your salt, sugar and weight during the course.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- Dermatological (Topical corticosteroid)
- Drug class:
- Low-potency topical glucocorticoid
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Efficort Cream FAQs
What is Efficort Cream used for?
Efficort Cream is commonly used for Relief of inflammation, redness and itching in corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions such as eczema (atopic/contact dermatitis), allergic rashes, insect bite reactions and mild psoriasis (as advised by a doctor). Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Efficort Cream?
Inflammation: Efficort powerfully suppresses inflammation anywhere in the body, bringing severe swelling, pain and tissue damage under control quickly. It is also used for allergic reactions, autoimmune conditions, asthma flare.
What is the salt in Efficort Cream?
Efficort Cream contains Hydrocortisone acetate 1% w/w. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Efficort Cream?
For external use only. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Efficort Cream work?
Hydrocortisone is a low‑potency topical corticosteroid.
Is Efficort Cream a prescription medicine?
Yes. Efficort Cream is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Efficort Cream?
The side effects reported most often with Efficort are Burning or stinging at application site, itching, dryness, redness, irritation. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Efficort Cream be taken during pregnancy?
Efficort Cream is not recommended in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Efficort.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Efficort Cream?
Limit alcohol while taking Efficort Cream; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Efficort Cream?
Apply it as soon as you remember.
Is Efficort Cream habit forming?
No. Efficort Cream is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Efficort Cream cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Efficort Cream starts at ₹181 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in cream 1%w/w 10GM. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Efficort Cream?
Efficort Cream is manufactured by GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Efficort Cream delivered?
Efficort Cream is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Efficort Cream, Quick facts
- Salt
- Hydrocortisone acetate 1% w/w
- Form
- cream
- Price
- ₹181 (₹18.11 per g)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD
- Manufacturer
- GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class
- Dermatological (Topical corticosteroid)
- Drug class
- Low-potency topical glucocorticoid
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- cream 1%w/w 10GM
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Manufacturer labeling, standard dermatology/medical literature on topical corticosteroids
- Indian drug references
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Efficort Cream.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.