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equaline anti itch

Dosage form
OINTMENT
Labeler
United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI
Label updated
2024-10-03
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
HYDROCORTISONE
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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
Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

  • •in the genital area if you have a vaginal discharge. Ask a doctor.
  • •for the treatment of diaper rash. Ask a doctor.

When using this product

  • •avoid contact with the 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
  • •rectal bleeding occurs
  • •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

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center 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: do not use, ask a doctor
  • for external anal and genital itching, adults:
  • •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: ask a doctor
Other information
  • •store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients

aloe barbadensis leaf juice, white petrolatum

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EQUALINE®

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relieves itch fast

• skin irritation • rashes

• inflammation & redness

• insect bites

• eczema & psoriasis

• water resistant formula

#1 doctor recommended itch relief active ingredient

EQUALINE®

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maximum strength

anti-itch ointment

1% hydrocortisone anti-itch ointment

water resistant formula

NET WT 1 OZ (28g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: ef9ea069-9b97-4bf5-aaac-deb85334dbd0 · Version 6
NDC: 41163-471