Hydrocortisone

Active Ingredient                            Purpose

Hydrocortisone Acetate 1%            Antipruritic (anti-itch)

For external use only

Use:

• For the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and for external genital, feminine, and anal itching.

• in the eyes 
• for diaper rash
• for external genital or feminine itching if you have a vaginal discharge
• more than the recommended daily dosage unless directed by a doctor
• this product in the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

• condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days, and do not use this or any other hydrocortisone product.
•  in case of bleeding when used for anal itching

Keep out of reach of children.

• If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

• 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: consult a doctor.
• When used for anal itching, cleanse the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry, patting or blotting with bathroom tissue or soft cloth before applying. Children under 12: consult a doctor before using for anal itching.

• Store at room temperature
• Avoid excessive heat

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For the temporary relief of itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to eczema, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, jewelry, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and for external genital, feminine, and anal itching.

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