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Cortizone 10 Water Resistant

Dosage form
OINTMENT
Labeler
Chattem, Inc.
Label updated
2025-07-01
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
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Label information

Cortizone 10
Ointment

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Hydrocortisone 1%

Purpose

Anti-itch

Use s

temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:

    eczema  psoriasispoison ivy, oak, sumac  insect bites  detergents  jewelry   cosmetics

      soaps  seborrheic dermatitis

 temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching

 other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

■ in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Consult a doctor. ■ for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.

When using this product

avoid contact with eyes ■ do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor  do not put directly into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop use and ask a doctor if

condition worsens, symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor

■ rectal bleeding occurs

Keep out of reach of children .

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes:  
    • adults and children 2 years of age and older: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 time daily
    • children under 2 years of age: do not use, ask a doctor

  • for external anal and genital itching, adults:
    • when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
    • gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying
    • apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily 
    • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients

petrolatum

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Cortizone 10
WATER RESISTANT OINTMENT
1% Hydrocortisone
Anti-Itch Ointment
Net wt 1 oz (28 g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 118e55e7-241f-44c4-959e-09bf6221bd77 · Version 4
NDC: 41167-0344