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Hydrocortisone

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
OL PHARMA TECH,LLC
Label updated
2026-01-22
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
ACTIVE INGREDIENT

Hydrocortisone, USP 1%

PURPOSE

Anti-itch

USES

for the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to:

•eczema

•insect bites

•poison ivy

•poison oak

•poison ...

WARNINGS

For external use only

DO NOT USE

for external feminine itching 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 begin the use of any other hydrocortisone product unless directed by a doctor

•for external anal itching:

do not use more than directed unless directed by a doctor

do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

STOP USE AND ASK YOUR DOCTOR IF

•symptoms last for more than 7 days

•the condition gets worse

•symptoms clear up and occur again in a few days

•rectal bleeding occurs, consult doctor promptly

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center 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, consult a doctor
  • For external anal 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

OTHER INFORMATION

  • Store at room temperature 59°-86°F (15°-30°C).
  • Protect from freezing.
  • Before using any medication, read all label directions. Keep carton, it contains important information.
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS

cetostearyl alcohol, sodium cetostearyl sulfate, stearic acid, trolamine, mineral oil , propylene glycol, water, methyl paraben, propyl paraben, EDTA, vitamin E

포장 표시

original strenghth

fast itch relief cream

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: b0eac8f3-bb80-6563-e053-2995a90a83c9 · Version 6
NDC: 80489-001