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Hydrocortisone 2.5% lotion

하이로손로션2.5%

Official English name: Hirosone lotion 2.5% (Hydrocortisone)

What it is used for

Eczema and dermatitis (skin inflammation), itchy skin and insect bites.

Translated from the official Korean label, for reference.

이 약은 습진ㆍ피부염군, 피부가려움, 벌레물린데에 사용합니다.

How to use

  • Shake well before use. Apply a suitable amount to the affected skin 1 to 3 times a day. The amount can be adjusted depending on your symptoms.
  • Use it for no more than 7 days.
Show the Korean original

사용 전 잘 흔들어 섞은 후 1일 1~3회 적당량을 환부(질환 부위)에 바르고 증상에 따라 적절히 증감합니다.

이 약의 치료기간은 7일 이내로 제한합니다.

Price

₩6,106 for one 50 g pack

Insurance price cap (Oct 1, 2026). It applies when a doctor prescribes it under Korean health insurance. Without a prescription, each pharmacy sets its own price.

How medicine prices work in Korea

Details

Active ingredient
Hydrocortisone 2.5% (1.25 g in a 50 g bottle)
Form
Lotion for the skin
Maker
TAI GUK PHARM. Co., Ltd.
MFDS item number
200401149

Learn more

More for itchy skin

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Sources: MFDS drug approval data and e-Drug information (item 200401149), HIRA insurance price list (Oct 1, 2026).