Cortizone 10 Water Resistant

Cortizone 10
Ointment

Drug Facts

Hydrocortisone 1%

Anti-itch

■ 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

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. Consult a doctor.

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 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.

• 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 time 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

petrolatum

Cortizone 10
WATER RESISTANT OINTMENT
1% Hydrocortisone
Anti-Itch Ointment
Net wt 1 oz (28 g)

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