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