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Duane Readehydrocortisone

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
Duane Reade
Label updated
2011-03-18
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
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Active Ingredients..........................Purpose

Hydrocortisone 1%..........................Anti-Itch

Uses
Temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations and rashes due to
  • eczema
  • insect bites
  • poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac
  • soaps
  • detergents
  • cosmetics
  • jewelry
  • seborrheic dermatitis
  • psoriasis
  • external genital or anal 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 eyes
  • by putting this product into the rectum by using fingers or any other mechanical device or applicator
Ask a doctor before use if you have
  • a vaginal discharge
  • rectal bleeding
  • diaper rash
When using this product

consult a doctor before exceeding recommended dosage

Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • condition gets worse
  • condition persists for more than 7 days
  • condition clears up and occurs again within a few days. Do not begin to use any other hydrocortisone product unless you have consulted a doctor.
Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contract 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, cleanse 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 application of this product.
Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor
Other information
  • To open: unscrew cap, pull tab to remove foil seal, and screw cap back onto tube
  • store at room temperature
  • see carton or tube crimp for lot number and expiration date
Inactive Ingredients
Petrolatum
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NDC: 24488-033