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HYDROCORTISONE

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
CVS PHARMACY, INC
Label updated
2026-02-02
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
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Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Hydrocortisone 1%

Purpose

Anti-itch

Uses
  • temporary relief of external anal itching
  • temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations and rashes
  • other uses of this product should be only under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Warnings

For external use only.

Do not use

for the treatment of diaper rash. Consult a doctor.

When using this product

  • avoid contact with the eyes
  • do not exceed the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
  • do not put into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • bleeding occurs
  • condition worsens
  • symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days. Do not begin use of any other hydrocortisone product  unless you have consulted a doctor.

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:

  • when practical, cleanse the affected area by patting or blotting with an appropriate cleansing wipe. Gently dry by patting or blotting with a tissue or soft cloth before application of this product.
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older: apply to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
  • children under 12 years of age: do not use, consult a doctor
Other information

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

Inactive ingredients

aloe barbadensis leaf juice, cetyl alcohol, edetate disodium, methylparaben, mineral oil, mono- and di-glycerides, petrolatum, polysorbate 60, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sorbitan monostearate

Questions?

1-800-639-3803 Weekdays 9 AM to 4 PM EST

Package Labeling:

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 8b8cdb26-8e8f-4e95-9d83-d685c90afe01 · Version 4
NDC: 51316-230