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TheraCare Maximum Strength 1% Hydrocortisone
- Dosage form
- CREAM
- Labeler
- Veridian Healthcare
- Label updated
- 2024-12-18
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- HYDROCORTISONE
Active Ingredient :
Hydrocortisone 1%
Purpose
Anti-itch
Uses
- temporarily relieves 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
- temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
- other uses of this product should only be under the advice and supervision of a doctor
- eczema
Warnings
For external use only
Do not use
- in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge.
- for the treatment of diaper rash.
- with any other hydrocortisone product unless you have asked a doctor
When using this product
- use only as directed
- avoid contact with eyes
- do not use more than directed unless told to do so by a doctor
- do not put directly 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
- rectal bleeding occurs
Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
- for itching of skin irritation, inflammation, and rashes:
- adults and children 2 years of age and over: apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
- children under 2 years of age: consult a physician
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for external anal and genital itching, adults and children 12 years of age and over:
- when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
- gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applying
- apply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
- children under 12 years of age: consult a physician
- when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly
Other information
Store at 20-25C (68-77F)
do not use if tube seal under cap is broken
Inactive I ngredients
cetostearyl alcohol, edetate sodium, glyceryl monostearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, petrolatum, polysorbate 60, propylene glycol, propylparaben, sorbitan monostearate water.
TheraCare Maximum Strength 1% Hydrocortisone Cream
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DailyMed Set ID: c1815a19-f463-3c12-e053-2995a90a2607 · Version 2
NDC: 71101-211