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Hydrocortisone

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
Promex, LLC
Label updated
2018-03-09
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active Ingredient

Hydrocortisone 1%

Purpose

Anti-itch

Uses
  • temporarily relieves itching associated with minor sin irritation, inflammation and rashes due to:
  • eczema
  • insect bites
  • poison ivy, oak, or sumac
  • soaps
  • detergents
  • cosmetics
  • jewelry
  • seborrheic dermatitis
  • psoriasis
  • temporarily relieves external anal and genital itching
  • other uses of this product should only be 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 of diaper rash

When using this product

  • 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 us 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 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: Ask a doctor
  • for external anal and genital itching, adults:
  • when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and 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: Ask a doctor
Other information
  • store at 20 to 25 oC (68 to 77 oF)
Inactive Ingredient

Butylated hydroxytoluene, Cetyl alcohol, Glycerin, Glyceryl monostearate, Isopropyl myristate, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Purified water, Squalane and Stearic acid

포장 표시

Hydrocortisone

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: e58f6b3a-c077-4a99-8f18-94884cca3f74 · Version 3
NDC: 58988-0019