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Instant Cooling Itch Relief

Dosage form
SPRAY
Labeler
CVS Pharmacy
Label updated
2026-08-07
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient

Hydrocortisone 1%

Purpose

Anti-itch

Uses

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

  • eczema
  • psoriasis
  • insect bites
  • poison ivy, oak, and sumac
  • soaps and detergents
  • seborrheic dermatitis
  • cosmetics
  • jewelry
  • other use of this product hsould only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Warnings

For external use only.

Flammable: Do not use while smoking or near heat or flame

Do not use

  • in or near eyes
  • for the treatment of diaper rash, consult a doctor

When using this product

  • keep out of eyes. Rinse with warm water to remove.
  • contents under pressure
  • do not puncture or incinerate.
  • use only as directed
  • do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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

If pregnant or breast-feeding

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children and pets.

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

Directions
  • shake well
  • adults and children 2 years of age and older:
    • apply to affected area, not more than 3 to 4 times daily
    • to apply to face, spray into palm of hand and gently apply
    • children under 2 years of age: Do not use, ask a doctor
Other information
  • May cause staining. Use with caution when spraying near fabrics and unprotected surfaces. Store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)
Inactive ingredients

Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Glycerin, Poloxamer 188, Polysorbate 20, SD Alcohol 40-B, Water

Principal Display Panel - 85 g Label

NDC 51316-388-03

CVS TM

Instant Cooling

ITCH RELIEF

SPRAY

Hydrocortisone 1%

Intensive Therapy

Compare to Cortizone-10 ®

Cooling Spray active ingredient*

Sprays at Any Angle

NET WT 3 OZ (85 g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 46545d04-5958-d136-e063-6394a90a3462 · Version 2
NDC: 51316-388