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Hydrocortisone Maximum Strength

Dosage form
OINTMENT
Labeler
A-S Medication Solutions
Label updated
2022-06-21
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Hydrocortisone USP, 1%

Purpose

Anti-itch

Uses
  • temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to
    • eczema
    • psoriasis
    • insect bites
    • poison ivy, oak, sumac
    • 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 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 the eyes
  • do not use more than directed unless directed 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
  • do not begin the use of any other hydrocortisone product unless directed by a doctor
  • rectal bleeding occurs

Label information

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) 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 times daily
    • children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor
  • for external anal and genital itching
    • adults: when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water; rinse thoroughly
    • gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before application of this product
    • apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
    • children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Other information
  • store at 15°-30°C (59°-86°F). Protect from freezing.
  • before using any medication, read all label directions. Keep carton, it contains important information.
Inactive ingredients

mineral oil, white petrolatum

Questions or comments?

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Label information

Distributed by: H2-Pharma, LLC
Montgomery, AL 36117

HOW SUPPLIED

Product: 50090-5856

NDC: 50090-5856-0 28 g in a TUBE / 1 in a CARTON

hydrocortisone

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 66cf83dd-4205-4ae7-a7d4-7e0e1aebaadf · Version 3
NDC: 50090-5856