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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
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?
Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST
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
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NDC: 50090-5856