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Equate Hydrocortione

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
Walmart Inc.
Label updated
2026-01-19
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE
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Drug Fact

Active Ingredient

Hydrocortisone Acetate 1%

Purpose

Anti itch 

Uses

For temporarily relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:

■ eczema ■ psoriasis ■ poison ivy, oak, sumac ■ insect bites ■ detergents ■ jewelry ■ cosmetics

■ soaps ■ seborrheic dermatitis

Other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Do not use
  •  for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.
  • for external genital itching if you have a vaginal discharge, consult a doctor. 
When using this product
  • Avoid contact with the eyes
  • Do not begin the use of any other hydrocortisone products unless you have consulted a doctor. 
  • For genital, feminine and anal itching do not exceed the recommended daily dose unless directed by a doctor, in case of bleeding , stop use and consult a doctor
  • 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, and do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor

Keep out of the reach of children

If swallowed get medical help or contact a poison control center (1-800-222-1222) 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 or 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 consult a doctor. 
Other information

store at a controlled room temperature 20-25°C (68-77 F)

Inactive ingredients

Cetearyl Alcohol, Petrolatum, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Water (purified)

Principal Display Panel 1 oz

Equate          NDC 79903-211-01

Maximum Strength

Hydrocortisone Cream 1%

Paraben free/Anti-itch

NETWT 1 OZ ( 28g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 85b7f620-cc95-4333-b124-bbcc8fd5f7eb · Version 4
NDC: 79903-211