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hydrocortisone
- Dosage form
- CREAM
- Labeler
- Rebel Distributors Corp
- Label updated
- 2012-03-06
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- HYDROCORTISONE
Active ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
Purpose
Anti-itch
Uses
- temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:
- eczema
- psoriasis
- poison ivy, oak, sumac
- insect bites
- detergents
- jewelry
- seborrheic dermatitis
- soaps
- external genital and anal itching
- other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
- for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.
- for external genital itching if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
When using this product
- avoid contact with the eyes
- do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor
- for external anal itching do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor. In case of bleeding, consult a doctor promptly.
- do not put this product 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
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
adults and children 2 years of age and older:
- apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
children under 2 years of age:
- do not use. Ask a doctor.
for external anal itching:
- adults: when practical, cleanse 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 application of this product.
- children under 12 years of age with external anal itching: ask a doctor
Other information
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
aloe vera gel, ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, glycerin, isopropyl myristate, isostearyl neopentanoate, methylparaben, purified water
Questions or comments?
1-800-719-9260
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DailyMed Set ID: 20b3934b-edc4-40b8-b5fa-17259a200c5d · Version 1
NDC: 42254-136