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HYDROCORTISONE

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
Encube Ethicals, Inc.
Label updated
2025-11-10
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
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ACTIVE INGREDIENT(S)

Hydrocortisone, USP 1%

PURPOSE

Anti-itch

USE(S)

■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 o1 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  isopropyl applicator

STOP USE AND ASK 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

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 paling or blotting with toilet Issue 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°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F). Protect from freezing.

■ before using any medication, read all label directions. Keep carton, it contains important information.

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

cetyl alcohol, citric acid*, glyceryl stearate, isopropyl myristate, methylparaben, polyoxyl 40 stearate, polysorbate 60, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sodium citrate solution* sorbic acid, sorbitan monostearate, stearyl alcohol, white wax

*Contains one or more of these ingredients to adjust pH

QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Hydrocortisone Cream USP, 1%

Anti-itch Cream

Net wt. 1 oz (28g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

Hydrocortisone Cream USP, 1%

Anti-itch Cream

Net wt. 0.5 oz (14g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 969cd576-82d3-4662-bbc1-3587a1f6a564 · Version 2
NDC: 21922-096