Anacort 1% Cream - Uses, Price, Side Effects
📋 Prescription Required
💊 Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Sep 21, 2026
What is anacort 1% cream used for?
Anacort 1% Cream contains Hydrocortisone, a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation, itching, and redness in skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis, and allergic reactions. It works by suppressing the immune response and blocking inflammatory substances.
- Generic Name: Hydrocortisone (1% w/w)
- Manufacturer: Ancalima Lifesciences Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
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💊 anacort 1% cream Uses & Benefits
- Detailed medical information for anacort 1% cream is being prepared by our medical team.
- Please consult your doctor for complete information.
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Hydrocortisone (1% w/w) |
| Brand Name | anacort 1% cream |
| Manufacturer | Ancalima Lifesciences Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Glucocorticoids |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
💡 How to Take anacort 1% cream
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
🌅 Morning ✅
☀️ Afternoon ❌
🌆 Evening ✅
🌙 Night ❌
⚠️ Side Effects of anacort 1% cream
- Application site reactions (burning
- irritation
- itching and redness)
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased or decreased anticoagulant effect |
| Aspirin | Moderate | Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding |
| Phenytoin | Moderate | Altered phenytoin levels |
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🔄 Substitutes for anacort 1% cream
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hyddocort 1% creamPfiscar India Ltd ₹37.00 74.5% CHEAPER
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sorias creamUnicorn India ₹45.00 69% CHEAPER
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urea hc creamParker Robinson Pvt Ltd ₹46.47 68% CHEAPER
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locort creamOchoa Laboratories Ltd ₹49.00 66.2% CHEAPER
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shcortly h 17 creamA. Menarini India Pvt Ltd ₹61.00 57.9% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.