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Hydrocortisone
- Dosage form
- CREAM
- Labeler
- Aldermed Inc.
- Label updated
- 2026-02-10
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- HYDROCORTISONE
Label information
Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Hydrocortisone USP 1%
Purpose
Antipruritic (Anti-itch)
Uses
- temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to
- eczema
- psoriasis
- poison ivy
- poison oak
- poison sumac
- insect bites
- detergents
- jewelry
- cosmetics
- soaps
- seborrheic dermatitis
- temporarily relieves external anal and genital 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
- in the eyes
- for diaper rash
- for genital or feminine itching if you have a vaginal discharge.
- more than the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor.
- this product in the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator.
Ask a doctor before use if you are
using any other hydrocortisone product
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 continued to use this or any other hydrocortisone product
- in case of bleeding when used for anal itchingoccurs
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
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: ask a doctor
- when used for anal itching, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry, patting or blotting with bathroom tissue or soft cloth before applying.
- children under 12: consult a doctor before using for anal itching.
Other information
- store at room temperature
- tamper evident. Do not use if seal is torn, cut, or opened.
- see sachet or carton for lot numebr and expiry date
Inactive ingredients
Cetostearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Monostearate SE, Kathon CG, Propylene Glycol, Purified Water, Stearic Acid, Trolamine, White Petrolatum
Questions or Comments?
Call 1-833-605-8474 9am-5pm EST M-F
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 28.4 g Carton
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: 4a7f2c0e-5cf3-29cb-e063-6394a90a5d8d · Version 1
NDC: 87236-004