Hydrocortisone
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Hydrocortisone 1%
Purpose
Anti-itch
Uses
- temporarily relieves itching associated with minor skin irritations, inflammation, and rashes due to: eczemapsoriasispoison ivy, oak, sumacinsect bitesdetergentsjewelrycosmeticssoapsseborrheic dermatitis
- temporarily relieves external anal and genital 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 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
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
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 dailychildren under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
- for external anal and genital itching, adults:when practical, clean the affected area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughlygently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before applyingapply to affected area not more than 3 to 4 times dailychildren under 12 years of age: ask 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
fractionated coconut oil, methylparaben, propylparaben, white petrolatum
Questions?
call 833-358-6431Monday to Friday 9:00am to 7:00pm EST
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